Archive photo of the exterior of the Keaʻau Armory in Shipman Park
(BIVN) – Two emergency shelters will open in Puna to support residents affected by Hurricane Hone over the weekend.
The Hawaiʻi County Parks and Recreation Department announced at noon Monday that it will open emergency shelters at the Keaʻau Armory in Shipman Park and the Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility in Billy Kenoi District Park. Both locations will allow pets and have Wi-Fi, officials say.
The county says the shelters are being opened “to assist households experiencing extended power outages due to Hurricane Hone.”
According to a county press release, residents should bring the following items if they plan to use the shelters:
- Prescriptions and emergency medications;
- Hygiene products and other comfort items;
- Necessary items for children and toddlers, such as diapers, formula and toys;
- Pro transport boxes and necessary accessories for your pets; and
- Chargers for all electronic devices you bring with you.
- Donations are not currently requested.
In a press release Monday, Hawaiian Electric said crews continue to make progress in restoring power to remaining customers affected by Tropical Storm Hone.
According to the utility company, as of 10:30 a.m. today:
On the island of Hawai’i, power has been restored to customers in North Kohala, Volcano, and Punalu’u. Customers in these areas are asked to call the Hawaii Island Trouble Line at 808-969-6666 if they remain without power. Damage assessment is ongoing and crews continue to respond to scattered, isolated outages across the island. Approximately 1,902 customers remain without power. Additional personnel from O’ahu will arrive today to assist with restoration efforts. Crews are working in Upper and Lower Puna, Ahualoa, Honoka’a, and Waimea today.
To report a power outage or downed power line on the island of Hawaii, please call Hawaiian Electric’s Trouble Line at (808) 969-6666.
