KAILUA-KONA – The state Department of Transportation will be transporting oversized heavy equipment from West Hawaii to East Hawaii for use on the evacuation routes in Kalapana.
There will be intermittent road closures from approximately 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today (Tuesday) along the Waikoloa Road, from its intersection with Queen Kaahumanu Highway to Mamalahoa Highway, or Highway 190, according to the department.
In addition, Daniel K. Inouye Highway, Saddle Road., Puainako Street, Highway 11, and Highway 130 will also be affected with intermittent road closures.
Motorists are advised to drive with caution and expect delays as police escorts will have to block the entire roadway in certain areas to allow for the large transport trucks to safely transverse this route to the final destination at Kalapana.
The County of Hawaii Department of Public Works apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks the community for their patience and understanding.