Oil spill closes Hilo road

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Police say a portion of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo is closed because of an oil spill.

The right-turn lane onto Hualani Street in the north-bound or makai direction is closed between Kekuanaoa and Hualani streets. That lane is expected to be closed for several hours.

Police advice motorists to use caution in the area.