The last number we trusted was 66%. The new one is 73%.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Sept. 12, citing KIUC Friday afternoon: about 2,700 additional customers in 24 hours, restoration at roughly 73% of members. Outages remain on the North Shore and in parts of Lihue, Kalaheo, Koloa, Kekaha, and Kokee. CEO David Bissell: transmission repairs could finish by the end of next week, with the first North Shore restorations possibly beginning late next week as circuits are cleared. About 5,000 accounts sit on that line. No estimate for the whole area β damage along Powerline Road is extensive.
County: about 245 preliminary damage assessments. At least 54 homes major damage, at least seven destroyed. Two Kauai storm deaths: Steven Palama, 74, of Kalaheo, found Wednesday at Nomilu; a 59-year-old Wainiha man found Friday near Kuhio Highway and Wainiha Powerhouse Road, identity not released. Oahu: Floyd Ruiz, 31, died Monday when a tree hit a tent in Waimanalo. State DOE: most Kauai public schools Monday; Kilauea and Hanalei elementary stay closed β no potable water. 12 of 15 campuses have power. Port Allen still closed to commercial traffic. Nawiliwili open. 211 for help. Norbert is on the map for late next week β too early to call. Not another warning.
What this means for you
If you are on the north shore, 73% is not your meter. If you run a generator, keep it outside. If you need food, shelter, or a case manager, 211. If the week is too heavy, 988.
Bottom line: 73%, up from 66%. First north-shore lights: maybe late next week. No full date.
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