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Have seen some pics/videos on FB page of S Kihei Road flooding & parts of road washed out (close to MBV entrance too) & sinkhole (close to WM Kihei, south of MBV)...
Kam1-3 beaches closed; lots of damage there.
Anyone of us there currently or any new updates?
Praying for everyone
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
mauinow.com
This is per Google/Gemini AI:
As of March 16, 2026,
South Kihei Road
remains impassable at several points due to severe damage and debris from the recent Kona low storm. The area near
Maui Bay Villas by HGVC
(located at the northern end of South Kihei Road near Kaonoulu St) is among the hardest-hit sections, with officials reporting road collapses and significant washouts.
Maui County.gov +3
Current Road Status (Kihei Area)
Recommendations for Travelers
Re WM Kihei (a little south of MBV):
As of March 16, 2026, the area immediately surrounding
WorldMark Kihei
is experiencing significant disruption, as it sits within one of the most severely impacted flood zones in South Maui.
Current Area Status
Transportation Near WorldMark Kihei
Resort and Facility Status
This is for West Maui/Lahaina/KBC etc:
As of March 16, 2026, the situation in West Maui has stabilized significantly compared to the weekend, though localized hazards remain.
Lahaina Area Status
Kaanapali Beach Club & Area
Kaanapali Beach Club
, it is recommended to stay on-site today as runoff may still keep local streams elevated.
Maui Now +1
This is Waikoloa/BI:
As of March 16, 2026, the
Waikoloa Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV)
locations—including
Ocean Tower
,
Kings’ Land
, and
Kohala Suites
—are in an area currently under a Flood Advisory. While the worst of the Kona low storm has passed, the region is still experiencing heavy rain and hazardous conditions.
Big Island Video News +2
This is P@P:
As of March 16, 2026,
Hilton Vacation Club The Point at Poipu
is open, as Kauaʻi was largely spared from the catastrophic damage seen on Maui and the Big Island. While the resort is operational, the surrounding Poʻipū area is still in "cleanup mode" following the peak of the Kona low.
Facebook +1
Current Status & Access
Regional Safety Advisories
As of March 16, 2026, the
Hilton Hawaiian Village (HHV)
in Waikiki is open and accepting arrivals, though the property is operating under a Flood Watch as the state recovers from the historic Kona low storm.
Hilton Grand Vacations +1
While the most extreme rainfall (which shattered records on March 13 with over 5.5 inches in Honolulu) has subsided, several regional impacts remain:
The Weather Channel +1
Resort & Beach Status
Transportation & Infrastructure
Hilton Grand Vacations
Kam1-3 beaches closed; lots of damage there.
Anyone of us there currently or any new updates?
Praying for everyone
‘We are taxed’: Kihei road collapse complicates storm response on Maui
Maui County may be nearing the tail end of the Kona Low, but officials say hazardous conditions and storm damage are still keeping crews busy across the island.
KÄ«hei shoreline hit hard in Kona low storm: ‘It’s just total chaos. It’s a total river.’ | Maui Now
The flooding waters had so much force that longtime KÄ«hei resident Daniel Baralt said: "It just took the cars and just played with them like toys."
mauinow.com
This is per Google/Gemini AI:
As of March 16, 2026,
South Kihei Road
remains impassable at several points due to severe damage and debris from the recent Kona low storm. The area near
Maui Bay Villas by HGVC
(located at the northern end of South Kihei Road near Kaonoulu St) is among the hardest-hit sections, with officials reporting road collapses and significant washouts.
Maui County.gov +3
Current Road Status (Kihei Area)
- Northern Closures: South Kihei Road is closed from North Kihei Road to Leilani Road, and specifically at the intersections of
Kaonoulu Road
and
Kulanihakoʻi Street
, which are immediately adjacent to the Maui Bay Villas. - Infrastructure Damage: Floodwaters undermined sections of the road, leading to asphalt collapses that broke sewer and water lines in the area.
- Hazardous Conditions: Large amounts of mud and debris remain on the roadway. Crews are currently assessing damage and working to stabilize the ground, but work is expected to continue well into the week.
- Open Sections: Further south, sections at Auhana and
Lipoa Street
were reopened on March 15, and the road is generally open south of Kauhaʻa.
Maui County.gov +6
Recommendations for Travelers
- Avoid the Area: Officials strongly advise against driving through the northern Kihei shoreline area unless essential, as turnaround space is limited and many businesses remain shuttered.
- Given the utility damage (sewer and water lines) reported specifically near the Kihei Bay Vista area, contact
Maui Bay Villas
directly for updates on resort access and functional utilities. - Stay Informed: For real-time updates, check the Maui County Road Closures page or use the Genasys Protect app
- Given the utility damage (sewer and water lines) reported specifically near the Kihei Bay Vista area, contact
Re WM Kihei (a little south of MBV):
As of March 16, 2026, the area immediately surrounding
WorldMark Kihei
is experiencing significant disruption, as it sits within one of the most severely impacted flood zones in South Maui.
Current Area Status
- Road Closures:
South Kihei Road
remains closed at the intersection with
Kanani Road
, which is directly adjacent to the WorldMark property. - Hazardous Conditions: The stretch between
Kanani Road
and
Alanui Ke Ali‘i
is currently impassable due to extensive mud, debris, and standing water. - Park Impacts: Across the street,
Kalama Park
has been described as a "maroon-brown pond" following the peak of the storm. - Utility Issues: While power has been restored to many parts of South Kihei, some localized outages and damage to water/sewer lines have been reported in the immediate vicinity.
Maui Now +4
Transportation Near WorldMark Kihei
- Pi‘ilani Highway
: This remains your primary alternative for travel. However, expect heavy traffic as detours funnel all South Maui commuters onto this single corridor. - Limited Access: Police and emergency officials are strictly advising against any non-essential travel to this part of the shoreline to allow cleanup crews to work safely.
Hawaii News Now +4
Resort and Facility Status
- Operational Readiness: Many neighboring businesses and ABC stores were shuttered over the weekend.
- Health Advisory: Do not enter the ocean at the nearby beaches (Cove Beach or Kalama) due to a Brown Water Advisory; runoff in this specific area is particularly heavy.
Maui Now +2
This is for West Maui/Lahaina/KBC etc:
As of March 16, 2026, the situation in West Maui has stabilized significantly compared to the weekend, though localized hazards remain.
Lahaina Area Status
- Road Access:
Honoapiʻilani Highway (Hwy 30)
is now fully open in both directions between Kuihelani Highway and Olowalu. Earlier closures due to flooding and assessments of the Ukumehame bridge have been lifted. - Evacuation Status: Evacuation warnings for the
Wahikuli
and
Leialiʻi
neighborhoods (just north of Lahaina) were downgraded to advisories on March 15 as retention basin levels were successfully managed. - Local Closures: Front Street at Kapunakea remains a watch point due to recent flooding, and some single-lane closures are scheduled this week for utility and drain line repairs.
State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (.gov) +6
Kaanapali Beach Club & Area
- Resort Access: Access to the
Kaanapali Beach Club
via Honoapiʻilani Highway is open, though you may encounter roving single-lane closures for utility work between Fleming Road and Kaanapali Parkway through March 20. - Beach Conditions: While the beach is open, recent storm surges from the Kona low have caused significant coastal erosion in some spots. Debris and "manmade rubbish" washed up by the storm have been reported on several West Maui beaches.
- Safety Note: Maui County officials still advise against unnecessary travel to allow crews to complete cleanup. All County parks and pools remain closed today for damage assessments.
State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (.gov) +5
Kaanapali Beach Club
, it is recommended to stay on-site today as runoff may still keep local streams elevated.
Maui Now +1
This is Waikoloa/BI:
As of March 16, 2026, the
Waikoloa Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV)
locations—including
Ocean Tower
,
Kings’ Land
, and
Kohala Suites
—are in an area currently under a Flood Advisory. While the worst of the Kona low storm has passed, the region is still experiencing heavy rain and hazardous conditions.
This is P@P:
As of March 16, 2026,
Hilton Vacation Club The Point at Poipu
is open, as Kauaʻi was largely spared from the catastrophic damage seen on Maui and the Big Island. While the resort is operational, the surrounding Poʻipū area is still in "cleanup mode" following the peak of the Kona low.
Facebook +1
Current Status & Access
- Road Closures Reopened: Major access points near the resort have improved. Peʻe Road (at its intersection with Poʻipū Road), which was previously closed for construction, is currently open.
- Localized Flooding: Earlier closures on Hoʻone Road and Kuai Road in Poʻipū due to flooding have largely been cleared, though some debris cleanup continues in the Lawai and Hanapēpē areas.
- Resort Amenities: The property is situated on cliffs rather than a sandy beach, so it was less vulnerable to the record-breaking storm surges that impacted other shorelines. However, the main pool and outdoor areas may still be undergoing cleanup from heavy wind and rain debris.
Facebook +4
Regional Safety Advisories
- Brown Water Advisory: A Brown Water Advisory remains in effect for the entire island of Kauaʻi. Runoff from the 19+ inches of rain recorded at North Wailua Ditch has made coastal waters murky. You are advised to stay out of the ocean at nearby Shipwreck Beach and Poipu Beach Park until the water clears to avoid bacteria and debris.
- Trail Hazards: Authorities urge visitors to stay off hiking trails (like the Maha’ulepu Heritage Trail adjacent to the resort) as ground saturation has made many paths unstable and prone to landslides.
- Weather Outlook: While conditions are currently drier, a new weather front is expected to bring more rain starting Thursday, March 19.
As of March 16, 2026, the
Hilton Hawaiian Village (HHV)
in Waikiki is open and accepting arrivals, though the property is operating under a Flood Watch as the state recovers from the historic Kona low storm.
Hilton Grand Vacations +1
While the most extreme rainfall (which shattered records on March 13 with over 5.5 inches in Honolulu) has subsided, several regional impacts remain:
The Weather Channel +1
Resort & Beach Status
- Operational Status: The resort is functional, but guests should expect some outdoor amenities to be limited as staff conduct damage assessments and cleanup.
- Ocean Safety: A Brown Water Advisory is currently in effect for Waikiki. Storm runoff has turned the coastal waters murky, and officials strongly advise against swimming due to potential bacteria and debris. It typically takes 3 to 5 days for these conditions to clear after the rain stops.
- Waikiki Beach: While the beach itself is open, high winds earlier in the week caused localized damage, including downed trees along Kalākaua Avenue near Luxury Row.
Honolulu Civil Beat +4
Transportation & Infrastructure
- Road Closures: Most major roads in Waikiki are open, but some key commuter routes are still impacted by storm repairs. For example, the Pali Highway off-ramp from H-1 westbound is closed for storm drain culvert repairs through March 20.
- Power & Utilities: Hawaiian Electric has restored power to most of Oʻahu, though crews are still working on isolated outages in other parts of the island. HHV generally has robust backup systems, but localized utility flickers were reported during the storm's peak.
- Public Sites: Most City and County of Honolulu parks and public sites began a phased reopening today, March 16.
Hawaii Department of Transportation (.gov) +3
Hilton Grand Vacations
