Landslide blocks section of Akoni Pule Highway

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KAILUA-KONA — Akoni Pule Highway in North Kohala is closed near the 24 mile marker because of a landslide.

Police said state highways personnel are on-scene working to clear the road of debris and were assessing options. It’s unknown how long the closure will continue.