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Department of Water Supply to Inspect Selected Kohala Customers’ Water Service Laterals

The Department of Water Supply (DWS), County of Hawai‘i, will begin inspecting selected Kohala customers’ water service laterals on Monday, July 29. Inspections will start in Waimea, followed by Puakō, nearby resort areas, Kawaihae, Makapala, Hāwī, Hala‘ula, and Niuli‘i. Work will occur from8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays, excluding holidays. Customers are being notified by… Continue Reading Department of Water Supply to Inspect Selected Kohala Customers’ Water Service Laterals

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Water Preparedness for Public Safety Power Shutoffs

Water Preparedness During Public Safety Power Shutoffs July 11, 2024NEWS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Water Preparedness for Public Safety Power Shutoffs On July 1st, Hawaiian Electric (HECO) launched its Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program to reduce the risk of wildfires. More information on HECO’s PSPS program can be found at https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/safety-and-outages/wildfire-safety/public-safety-power-shutoff. HECO’s release states, “In… Continue Reading Water Preparedness for Public Safety Power Shutoffs