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Kamehameha Highway Closed Due to Rockfall, One Lane Reopening Expected

4/12/2026

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Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay will stay closed through Saturday afternoon, and it is expected to reopen with one lane.
The rockfall occurred around 1:30 p.m. Friday, prompting slope assessments for hazards.
State Transportation Director Ed Sniffen said crews are clearing debris and mitigating risks.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation is placing steel plates to protect a waterline.
Ongoing storm conditions have led to First Alert Weather Days for all islands.

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Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay will stay closed through Saturday afternoon, and it is expected to reopen with one lane.
The rockfall occurred around 1:30 p.m. Friday, prompting slope assessments for hazards.
State Transportation Director Ed Sniffen said crews are clearing debris and mitigating risks.
The Hawaii Department of Transportation is placing steel plates to protect a waterline.
Ongoing storm conditions have led to First Alert Weather Days for all islands.