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# Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation - 879 updates

Log in Sign up Partners Businesses Partners Businesses Log in Sign up Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation Aloha and welcome to the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)! We are responsible for the city parks all across the island of Oʻahu. From playgrounds to camp grounds, beach parks to botanical gardens, there is sure to be a facility near you. Enjoy a picnic at a regional park or lift some weights at a gym. Swim laps in a pool or ride the ramps at a skate park. It’s all yours! The department also provides year-round recreation programs for all ages. Register your keiki in one of our popular Summer Fun programs, shop for locally grown produce at our People’s Open Markets or grow your own in a community garden. Our facilities also host a wide variety of activities throughout the year including concerts, fairs, competitions and cultural exhibitions. For example, our Nā Hula Festival at Kapiʻolani Park is the longest running, non-competitive hula event in the state. We can surely help you find the activities that you want. Please keep in mind that this page is intended to announce information concerning DPR and is not monitored on a 24-hour basis. Therefore, messages or conversations on this forum may not be addressed. Please email us at parks@honolulu.gov or call us at (808) 768-3003 for a more immediate response. We reserve the right to remove inappropriate comments including those comments that are not topically related, comments that include profane or obscene language, sexual content, threats, defamatory statements, the encouragement of illegal activity, violations of the legal ownership interests of another party, solicitations of commerce, statements in support or opposition to political candidates or ballot propositions, content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination, or information that may compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems. Any content posted may be subject to public disclosure upon request. Activity on this account is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regulations and policies. Aloha and welcome to the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)! We are responsible for the city parks all across the island of Oʻahu. From playgrounds to camp grounds, beach parks to botanical gardens, there is sure to be a facility near you. Enjoy a picnic at a regional park or lift some weights at a gym. Swim laps in a pool or ride the ramps at a skate park. It’s all yours! The department also provides year-round recreation programs for all ages. Register your keiki in one of our popular Summer Fun programs, shop for locally grown produce at our People’s Open Markets or grow your own in a community garden. Our facilities also host a wide variety of activities throughout the year including concerts, fairs, competitions and cultural exhibitions. For example, our Nā Hula Festival at Kapiʻolani Park is the longest running, non-competitive hula event in the state. We can surely help you find the activities that you want. Please keep in mind that this page is intended to announce information concerning DPR and is not monitored on a 24-hour basis. Therefore, messages or conversations on this forum may not be addressed. Please email us at parks@honolulu.gov or call us at (808) 768-3003 for a more immediate response. We reserve the right to remove inappropriate comments including those comments that are not topically related, comments that include profane or obscene language, sexual content, threats, defamatory statements, the encouragement of illegal activity, violations of the legal ownership interests of another party, solicitations of commerce, statements in support or opposition to political candidates or ballot propositions, content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination, or information that may compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems. Any content posted may be subject to public disclosure upon request. Activity on this account is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regulations and policies. Activity Subscribe PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 1 day ago The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services (ENV) and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) celebrated the full reopening of Patsy T. Mink Central Oʻahu Regional Park (CORP) today, September 3, 2026, marking the completion of restoration work at the site used for temporary debris management following this year’s Kona Low storms. “I am incredibly proud of our teams from ENV and DPR and their rapid respond on behalf of the Waialua community following the devastating Kona low storm,” said Mayor Rick Blangiardi. “Not only did our City crews and private contractors take care of our residents in their time of need, they did an outstanding job caring for our field at the beloved Patsy T. Mink Central Oʻahu Regional Park. We thank our friends and families in Waipi‘o for their patience and understanding during this difficult time. Reopening this field today is a tremendous success story and milestone for everyone on our island.” ENV Director Roger Babcock joined DPR staff and State Senator Danielle Bass at the former debris site, located near the corner of Kamehameha Highway and Ka Uka Boulevard, to mark the occasion and thank the community for its patience during the restoration process. To show the grounds were once again safe for passive recreational use, the attendees enjoyed time passing footballs, volleyballs, and soccer on the refurbished turf. “Our priority, from day one, was to return this park to the public better than it was before and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” ENV Director Roger Babcock said. “We’re happy to be here today and grateful for the community’s patience along the way.” A portion of the park was designated as a temporary debris storage site under emergency proclamations following flooding that impacted Oʻahu in March 2026. This designation was in line with the City’s Disaster Debris Management and Operation Plan, published in April 2025. Over 18 days, roughly 3,000 tons of storm debris was deposited at the park site where it was sorted and transported to Waimānalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill and various recyclers. “The damage from the back-to-back Kona Low storms in Spring 2026 was devastating to so many of our neighbors,” said Nate Serota with DPR. “Much of the debris it generated were the remnants of people’s homes and personal property. Providing this location to help remove that material more quickly was CORP’s way of helping in the recovery and healing process. The passive park field used to temporarily house the debris is not normally permitted for recreational activity, and provided emergency crews a way to efficiently process thousands of tons of debris from the hardest hit areas, mainly the North Shore. We certainly hope we never need to use park areas for temporary debris storage again, but as one island, one O‘ahu, when our neighbors and community ask for kōkua we answer that call.” The City applied environmental protections throughout the operation including filter socks to prevent runoff, temporary dust fencing and 24/7 monitoring. An independent lab tested the soil before and after cleanup and found no harmful contaminants, meeting all Department of Health requirements. Crews then graded the site with clean soil, repaired the irrigation system and reseeded the area with grass. A website dedicated to the temporary debris site, with more information about testing results, is available at: honolulu.gov/env/TDSR “After the Kona Lows, I immediately heard from Mililani, Waipiʻo, and Waikele residents concerned about debris being stored at Central Oʻahu Regional Park,” said State Senator Danielle Bass, who represents the area. “We raised those concerns directly with the city and pushed for full restoration. Mahalo to the City for listening, taking action, and ensuring this important community park is restored and protected for the many Central Oʻahu families who use it.” With the removal of the temporary fencing the full park area is now safe and open for public use. Mahalo again to the Waipi‘o and Central O‘ahu communities for their patience and understanding during this whole, roughly six-month process. Public comment and conversations on this platform are not regularly monitored. To report an issue regarding your Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation parks, gardens, or trees please utilize the HNL 311 application. To express additional concerns or questions pertaining to this topic, please contact us at parks@honolulu.gov or +1-808-768-3003. Take care and stay healthy. Thank (5) Reply PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 2 days ago We have been experiencing intermittent water service at Koko Head District Park and Koko Head Shooting Complex, resulting in the closure of the bathrooms for both of these facilities. Our plumbers and maintenance staff are working to address the issue. We hope to have all water features and restrooms restored to their regular public usage as soon as possible. E kala mai (pardon) for the inconvenience, and mahalo for your patience and understanding. #kokohead #kokoheaddistrictpark #kokocrater #kokoheadshootingcomplex #nomowatah Thank (6) Reply PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 4 days ago The majority of Wahiawā Botanical Garden will be closed effective tomorrow, September 1, to allow for assessment of trees and branches damaged during Tropical Storm Lala. The garden’s entrance, visitor center, multi-purpose room, and main lawn will remain open. Recreational programming and classes will continue as scheduled. All other areas outside of those facilities, including the pathways and gulch, will be closed until further notice. Several large branches and trees fell within the botanical garden, and around the island, as a result of the strong winds and rain from Tropical Storm Lala. In fact, the City responded to some 571 reports of fallen trees and branches resulting from that storm. We appreciate your continued patience and understanding. Thank (10) Reply PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 4 days ago The first trees have been planted as part of on-going Kailua Beach Park Dune Restoration effort! This past Saturday (Aug. 29, 2026) we were thrilled to host some 50 volunteers for tree planting and landscaping efforts at Kailua Beach Park. While we didn’t need a full 9 to 5 schedule to get the work done (RIP Dolly), it sure was lots of hard work!! The gathering represented the next phase, and an important milestone, for the Kailua Beach Park dune restoration project. It included the planting of 11 coastal trees and some additional landscaping to help naturally protect this significant shoreline from beach erosion. Volunteers planted a mix of milo, kou, and beach heliotrope trees, along with additional ground cover, like beach naupaka and ʻakiʻaki grass, just makai of the park’s parking lot on the Lanikai-side of the Kaʻelepulu Stream. The work involved digging holes, planting the trees/plants, watering, staking, weeding, and other maintenance of the dune restoration resources. Yesterday’s volunteer planting effort marks the first time trees were planted as part of the Kailua Beach Park Dune Restoration effort. Beginning in November 2024, the collaborative effort between the City, State, and community groups aims to preserve this popular stretch of Kailua Beach Park experiencing significant beach erosion. Along with preserving the beach, this effort aims to restore ocean access and support diverse recreational use by increasing the width of the active beach and stabilizing wind-swept sand with low-lying dune plants and native vegetation. For more information about the entire dune restoration effort, please visit online at: bit.ly/KailuaDune Want to plant trees with our Community Foresters? Check out the DPR Adopt-a-Park Program to learn more about how you can be part of the positive change! #kailua #kailuabeachpark #kailuabeach #9to5 #tree Kailua Parks | Department of Parks and Recreation · honolulu.gov Thank (86) Reply (6) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 28 Aug Mele, hula, and sentiments of mahalo filled the air at Waimānalo Beach Park today, August 28, 2026, as the Pahinui Pavilion was reopened for community use. “The Pahinui ʻOhana is deeply grateful to the City and County of Honolulu for restoring the pavilion and honoring the legacy of Gabby “Pops” Pahinui,” said Kathleen Elliot-Pahinui, Gabby’s daughter in-law, on behalf of the family. “We know that this pavilion will be enjoyed by the Waimanālo community for many, many years to come.” The majority of the structure’s reconstruction project has been completed, though there is still additional electric work and grass maintenance to be tasked before the project is completely finished. That phase of the project is anticipated to be finished by the end of 2026, with the pavilion accessible from the Makapuʻu-side until that time. The pavilion reconstruction project began in October 2025, designed to match the size and architectural character of the original structure, which was built in 1960, closed in 2017, and demolished in 2019 due to structural issues. The rebuilt pavilion is made of precast concrete structural supports, concrete block walls, and an asphalt shingle roof with stainless steel gutters and downspouts. Built-in concrete benches were added to provide seating within the pavilion, which offers a partially enclosed space ideal for everyday use and special community events. The details of the pavilion reconstruction project are included on a website for City building projects at Waimānalo Beach Park: https://www.honolulu.gov/ddc/wpbp/ The pavilion is dedicated in honor of the late Gabby “Pops” Pahinui, a renowned musician and ambassador of Hawaiian culture. For years before its closure and demolition, the pavilion served as a cultural nexus for the Waimānalo community and hosted some of the intermittent practices, such as the annual Gabby Pahinui Waimānalo Kanikapila. The City sincerely hopes this revitalized pavilion will once again serve the Waimānalo community and beyond for years to come. Efforts to renovate the beach park’s comfort station and recreation building are expected to begin in early 2027. Additional information about those projects will be announced at a separate time. Mahalo for your patience until then. Public comment and conversations on this platform are not regularly monitored. To report an issue regarding your Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation parks, gardens, or trees please utilize the HNL 311 application. To express additional concerns or questions pertaining to this topic, please contact us at parks@honolulu.gov or +1-808-768-3003. Take care and stay healthy. 'Waimānalo Beach Park DDC Projects | Department of Design and Construction · honolulu.gov Thank (30) Reply PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 26 Aug The closure of the popular playfields at Kapi‘olani Regional Park will be extended through September 11, 2026 to allow for completion of in-depth turf maintenance. Much of the staff and equipment used to revitalize these fields was needed for cleanup and mitigation of impacts from Tropical Storm Lala, so we need an extra week to get the work done. Park staff have contacted permittees to alert them of the extended closure, which first began earlier in August 2026. The fields are expected to be reopened for permitted and casual usage on September 12, 2026. Mahalo for your patience and understanding. #kapiolanipark #park #kapiolani #kapiolaniregionalpark #grassisgreener Thank (7) Reply (1) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 24 Aug CORRECTION: The earlier announcement incorrectly stated the three public Zoom meetings on September 1, 3, and 9, 2026 were scheduled to begin at 6 p. m. They will begin at 6:30 p.m. E kala mai (pardon) the mistake. We are proud to announce a comprehensive effort to revitalize the way we permit and organize activities within outdoor play fields, one of the most popular public facilities in Hawai‘i. DPR operates 221 ball diamonds and 129 play fields around O‘ahu. With the island's ideal weather conditions creating an environment for year-round usage, managing the demand for these public resources is necessary to ensure equity and greater access for our diverse community of park users. In the past, DPR Recreation Directors would schedule usage of their fields through a variety of methods, creating an inconsistent patchwork of operations across O‘ahu. Now, DPR aims to institute a standard field permitting system utilizing Field User Meetings. The overall intent of instituting this system is to: • Create fair and transparent ways of assigning field usage • Better manage this limited public resource • Develop consistent and more easily understood practices • Increase communication and collaboration between field users and DPR • More easily address scheduling conflicts or inequities “As more and more organizations offer a wider variety of activities, all vying for the same park fields, we hope this system helps to bring a sense cohesion to our growing sports communities,” said DPR Director Laura H. Thielen. “We’ve seen far too many cases of tempers flaring during what should be peaceful athletic events. With everyone coming to the table and interacting face-to-face with their fellow permittees and park staff, we hope they see the value in working together to share our limited park space. A big mahalo to our recreation directors for spearheading this island-wide effort, particularly the staff at Pearl City District Park who initially modeled this permitting system and provided guidance on how to bring the whole department on board.” To help organizations understand these standardized field permitting processes, a dedicated website with details of this effort is available at: honolulu.gov/dpr/outdoor-field-permitting/ INFORMATIONAL ZOOM MEETINGS In addition to the dedicated website, digital public meetings will be hosted by DPR staff to further discuss these field-permitting systems and answer questions about the processes. These three informational Zoom meetings are scheduled in early September 2026. All times and dates listed below are Hawai‘i Standard Time: • Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. • Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. All meetings will utilize the same Zoom link, available by using this link: bit.ly/FieldUserMeeting FIELD USER MEETINGS The Field User Meeting system is organized into two permitting blocks: Winter - Spring (December 1 - May 31) and Summer - Fall (June 1 - November 30). To begin, interested parties are asked to submit their permit application during a designated period approximately two months before the beginning of the permitting block. Applications can be submitted via email, in-person, or mailed to the DPR Recreation Director responsible for permitting at that particular park or complex. Mailed applications must be received, not postmarked, within the application period. Winter – Spring *Application Period: September 14 - October 9 *Field User Meetings: October 19 - October 30 Permitting Block: December 1 - May 31 Summer - Fall Application Period: March 17 – March 31 Field User Meetings: April 1 – April 15 Permitting Block: June 1 - November 30 *The application period and meeting schedule for the Winter – Spring block will change after the 2026 season, due to input from permitted users requesting a timetable with greater advanced notice. Mahalo for your understanding. At the end of the application period Field User Meetings are held to bring applicants together, providing DPR staff the opportunity to communicate park rules, field maintenance standards, park-specific conditions, and to determine if there are any initial scheduling conflicts. If conflicts arise, the applicants have a one-week Mediation Period following the Field User Meeting to resolve their conflict. If the conflict is not resolved, the Recreation Director will begin the Conflict Resolution process. Both of these processes are described in greater length on the effort’s website: honolulu.gov/dpr/outdoor-field-permitting/ Large tournaments can submit applications one year in advance. Large Tournaments are defined as those who have participants/teams travelling from off island, where securing a date a year in advance is required to adequately plan the large event. These tournaments may be restricted to one weekend per month to give balance to other field usage. If any additional outdoor field availability exists after the Field User Meeting system of permitting is complete, available field space and times can be requested on a first come, first served basis. AWARDING FIELD PERMITS Once these processes are complete, the Recreation Director managing the field will inform the applying organization of the dates and times awarded for their use. Permits will be issued up to three months at a time, unless otherwise specific (such as for Large Tournaments described above). If you wish to renew a permit, place contact the Recreation Director. PILOT PROGRAM With the dozens of organizations, hundreds of park facilities, and thousands of park users impacted by this effort, DPR first launched this unified system on a sample size of park complexes in March 2026. It began with three Zoom meetings for permittees of 55 parks with nine DPR complexes across O‘ahu. Mahalo to those original permittees for their patience and understanding during the pilot program, and for helping us to better manage the beautiful park facilities we all cherish. Public comment and conversations on this platform are not regularly monitored. To report an issue regarding your Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation parks, gardens, or trees please utilize the HNL 311 application. To express additional concerns or questions pertaining to this topic, please contact us at parks@honolulu.gov or +1-808-768-3003. Thank (9) Reply (2) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation Alert 18 Aug As we work with our communities to recover from Tropical Storm Lala together, we have a lot of updates. Here we go for August 18, 2026… - Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve will reopen tomorrow, August 19. - Family fishing at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden is cancelled this week due to shoreline damage. - The fields at Waipi‘o Soccer Complex, and other parks sites, remain closed due to saturated conditions. - Several traffic lights remain out, so treat them as all-way stops & give priority to pedestrians. Got plenty of downed trees/branches to remove as well (363 calls received), so please give our crews space to work. - To report a power outage/ downed power line on Oʻahu call HECO's Trouble Line at (855) 304-1212. Still got about 27,200 customers without power on island. - Additional Green Waste curb-side pickup is available these next Saturday, Aug. 22 & Aug. 28 for homes. Make a required appointment by calling 808-768-3200 - ENV will be waiving the two-load limit for residential green waste disposal at City facilities accepting green waste through Aug. 24. Those include Kapa‘a & Kawailoa transfer stations, along with Hawaiian Earth Recycling in Wahiawā. - Please continue to conserve water and power. Water outages and low pressure have been reported from Alewa Heights to Kalama Valley. The BWS has several water fill-up stations: 1522 Laukahi Street 420 Puʻuikena Street 1367 ʻĀina Koa Avenue 688 Kuakini Street - Don’t go hiking until conditions improve, and be aware of the Brown Water Advisory in the ocean. When in doubt, don’t go out. - Please report storm damage to homes at www.honolulu.gov/homedamage - Report business damage from storm at: www.honolulu.gov/businessdamage - Eligible emergency building repair work may begin without obtaining a building permit, but you must submit an application the next working day. The City is also waiving permit fees for storm damage repairs. More details available by emailing: dpp@honolulu.gov - Starlink is providing free internet service through September 17 to customers in the impacted by the storm. Try Google “Starlink Hawaii” for more info. - Tropical Storm Lala information call center is available through Aug. 20 from 8am to 4:30pm at 808-723-8960 #tropicalstormlala #oahu #hawaii #lala #tropicalstorm #recovery Thank (46) Reply (3) PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation 17 Aug The City and County of Honolulu will resume normal government operations on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following Monday’s closure of non-essential offices and services in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Lala. Mayor Rick Blangiardi made the decision to reopen City offices and resume services Tuesday as conditions across Oʻahu continue to improve and significant progress is made on recovery and restoration efforts. City employees should report to work as normally scheduled Tuesday unless otherwise directed by their departments or agencies. City crews will continue working throughout the island to remove fallen trees and debris, address flooding and drainage issues, repair damaged infrastructure, reopen facilities and respond to other storm-related impacts. City offices, facilities and services will return to normal operations Tuesday, including: 🌴 Parks and recreation: City parks and gardens are reopening under semi-regular service. Staff is continuing to address storm impacts. Some parks are still without power and have sustained other damage. As a result, some park facilities, such as impacted bathrooms and soggy fields, will remain closed. Communication with some staff will also be difficult. ⛳️ All six City municipal golf courses 🐘 The Honolulu Zoo 🚘 Satellite City Halls and Driver Licensing Centers 🚆 TheBus, Skyline and TheHandi-Van will operate on their normal schedules. Riders should remain aware that localized road conditions could result in detours or delays. 🗑️ Refuse: Residential refuse collection and other refuse services will operate as scheduled. 🏥 Police, fire, emergency medical services, Ocean Safety and other critical City services will continue normal operations. The City’s informational call center will remain open until 11 p.m. Monday and will reopen Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for non-emergency storm-related information. Residents and visitors may call 808-723-8960 for information and assistance related to Tropical Storm Lala and ongoing recovery operations. Anyone needing immediate emergency assistance should call 911. #tropicalstormlala #backtowork #honoluluparks #lala #cityandcounty Thank (10) Reply PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NATHAN SEROTA Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation Alert 16 Aug In response to the impacts of Hurricane Lala and to support ongoing response and recovery operations across Hawaiʻi, Governor Josh Green and the mayors of all four counties have made the coordinated decision to close State and county government offices and public schools on Monday, August 17, 2026. The statewide closure will allow emergency response, recovery, and restoration efforts to continue while communities across Hawaiʻi recover from the storm. As part of that statewide action, Mayor Rick Blangiardi has ordered the closure of all non-essential City and County of Honolulu offices and services on Monday. All disaster response and disaster recovery personnel, as well as all employees designated by their departments and agencies, must report to work as directed. All other City and County of Honolulu employees will be granted administrative leave. “While the storm has passed, our work is not finished,” said Mayor Blangiardi. “Our first responders, emergency personnel and City crews have worked tirelessly throughout this storm, and Monday will be an important day for assessing damage, clearing roads and debris, restoring services and helping our communities recover. This coordinated decision by the Governor and county mayors will allow us to keep our resources focused on that work while keeping unnecessary traffic off our roads and giving our communities time to recover.” City crews will continue working throughout Sunday night and Monday to assess storm damage, remove fallen trees and debris, address flooding and drainage issues, reopen roadways and facilities, and respond to other storm-related hazards. Power and communications disruptions also remain widespread across Oʻahu. As of Sunday afternoon, Hawaiian Electric is reporting 453 outages affecting approximately 113,000 customers. Cellular service disruptions are also being reported in parts of the island, and residents may experience intermittent calls, text messages, and data service. City facilities and services Monday The following City facilities and services will be closed Monday, August 17: • Honolulu Zoo • Municipal golf courses • City botanical gardens • Satellite City Halls • Driver Licensing Centers • All City park and garden buildings, except park bathrooms. Park staff will conduct damage assessments and continue repairs to outdoor facilities to return to normal operations. Other non-essential City offices, facilities, programs and services will also be closed or suspended on Monday. Essential services and transportation will continue: • Refuse: Residential refuse will be collected as scheduled. Transfer stations, refuse convenience centers, H-POWER and the Waimānalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill will be open. • Public transportation: TheBus, Skyline and TheHandi-Van will operate on their normal schedules. Riders should allow additional travel time as localized road closures, detours or delays may continue. • Public safety: Police, fire, emergency medical services, Ocean Safety and other critical response and recovery functions will continue without interruption. Residents are urged to continue exercising caution, particularly around flooded areas, fallen trees, downed power lines, debris and damaged infrastructure. Motorists should avoid unnecessary travel in impacted areas, obey all road closures and barricades, and give first responders, utility workers and City crews room to work. The City anticipates resuming normal government operations on Tuesday, August 18. #lala #tropicalstormlala #hurricanelala #severeweather #closure Thank (45) Reply (5) See More Posts Hear from locals on Nextdoor Nearby Agencies Hawaiian Electric City and County of Honolulu City & County of Honolulu, Department of Emergency Management Honolulu Police Department Honolulu Board of Water Supply Nextdoor Hawaii Hear from locals on Nextdoor Nearby Agencies Hawaiian Electric City and County of Honolulu City & County of Honolulu, Department of Emergency Management Honolulu Police Department Honolulu Board of Water Supply Nextdoor Hawaii Nextdoor About News Media Assets Investor Relations Blog Careers Help Neighbors Get Started Events Neighborhoods Guidelines Partners Small Business Brands and Media Agencies Public Agencies Publishers Businesses on Nextdoor For Developers Agencies on Nextdoor Industries Home & Garden Real Estate Professional Services Food & Entertainment Shopping & Retail Medical & Dental Legal Privacy Legal & Terms Cookies Self-Service Ad Terms © Nextdoor 2026 Get the app Nextdoor Neighbors Partners Industries Legal © Nextdoor 2026 Get the app