Firefighters Saturday continued efforts to douse a 5,200-acre brush fire burning since June 18 in Pahala. Firefighters Saturday continued efforts to douse a 5,200-acre brush fire burning since June 18 in Pahala. The makai fire, one of two brush fires
Firefighters Saturday continued efforts to douse a 5,200-acre brush fire burning since June 18 in Pahala.
The makai fire, one of two brush fires burning in the Pahala area, is still estimated at 5,200 acres and about 60 percent contained, according to the Hawaii Fire Department. A perimeter has been established and fire crews are working to douse hot spots as necessary. Efforts are currently being concentrated on the fire’s southern flank.
A second 400-acre brush fire burning above Pahala off Cane Haul Road continues to burn but is listed at 95 percent contained, according to the department. It is also listed as under control.
Five Hawaii Fire Department members are battling the fires.
