Hawaiʻi County has opened a shelter at the Honokaʻa Gymnasium in anticipation of extended power outages due to damages from the recent Kona Low weather system. 

The neighborhoods of Ahualoa and Kukuihaele are particularly impacted.

The pet friendly shelter has access to power, and the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army will be on-site to assist in County efforts as Hawaiian Electric crews continue work to restore power.

In a press release Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth said, “We’ve been in constant communication with Hawaiian Electric through the storm and continue to work together to ensure that essential services are restored to our residents in a timely manner. DPW Crews have been working around the clock to clear debris and repair roadways so that Hawaiian Electric is able to do their critical work. We owe those on the frontlines our deepest gratitude as they continue to selflessly serve our communities through the holiday season.” 

Residents impacted by the Kona Low weather system are asked to fill out the Civil Defenses Damage Assessment: https://arcg.is/1b8CS1