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ʻOʻokala Brush Fire Update – Friday, 11 a.m.
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by Big Island Video News
on Sep 30, 2022 at 11:33 am

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STORY SUMMARY

ʻOʻOKALA, Hawaiʻi - There are no evacuation orders and no road closures at this time, as firefighters continue to douse hotspots and monitor conditions.

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  • In a Friday radio message issued before noon, the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense reported the ʻOʻokala brush fire is 60% contained.
  • There are no evacuation orders and no road closures at this time. This morning, police reported Old Mamalahoa Highway – and Niu Village Road to Kukui Village Road – were open.
  • Paʻauilo Gym, which was used as an Evacuation Shelter, has been returned to regular activity.
  • Firefighters will remain on scene today addressing hot spots and are monitoring conditions, officials say.
  • “Please be aware that conditions are dryer than normal,” the Civil Defense message stated. “To avoid possible brush fires, please exercise caution when conducting outdoor activities.”

Filed Under: Hamakua Tagged With: brush fire, Ookala

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