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Haleakala National Park remains closed after Lala

Both districts of Haleakala National Park remained closed Tuesday while the park began storm damage assessments and recovery. Park officials said the park will reopen when it is safe to do so. Notifications regarding park reopening will be posted on the park’s website and social media channels. For updates on road closures in Maui County, visit mauicounty.gov/road-closures.

Maui County public schools to reopen Tuesday

Public schools on Maui, Molokai and Lanai will reopen to students and employees Tuesday following Hurricane Lala, the Hawaii State Department of Education announced Monday night. The department said school leaders, facilities personnel and other designated employees assessed campuses Monday, restored operations and prepared facilities for the return of students and staff. Power and other utility services have gradually been restored at affected schools. All state and complex area offices also will reopen Tuesday. Most public schools statewide will resume normal operations, although ...

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Thousands remain without power in Maui County following Lala

The effects of Tropical Storm Lala continued to be felt across Maui County on Monday after the powerful storm brought heavy rain and punishing winds to the Hawaiian Islands over the weekend. On Saturday, Lala’s wind gusts were measured at 85 mph in Olowalu and 82 mph in Ukumehame, and ...