An update to this message has been issued.
AVOID Kaalaiki Road, in Pahala for the night due to large brush fire. Road is closed from Kaalaiki Road thru to Keaiwa Camp.
Hawaii Police Department advises you to AVOID Kaalaiki Road, Pahala thru to Keaiwa Camp Road due to large brush fire.
A 30 acre brush fire near Higashi Camp and Keaiwa Camp has forced the closure of Kaalaiki Road for the night and estimated time as most of tomorrow, October 21, 2017. There is no detour so the public is being asked to avoid this area until further notice.
No homes are being threatened at this time and additional fire crews are being called to the scene to assist. If the incident changes the public will be advised with updates. No homes are threatened at this time.
Address/Location
Hawaii Police Department
349 Kapiolani St
Hilo, HI 96720
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 808-935-3311
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