Be on the alert - with drought conditions and strong winds, fires can become out of control or change direction quickly and can threaten homes, roadways, or other critical areas. Take precaution and stay tuned to local radio stations and county alerts. And remember to evacuate early should the fire become a threat to your neighborhood.
From the Source:
"On Maui, fighters are battling a fire along Haleakala Highway on the ground and by air. The fire was reported just before 4 p.m., and has since scorched 80 to 100 acres of old sugar cane crop."
Haleakala Highway Fire - September 21, 2017. Credit: Asa Ellison / Hawaii News Now
Kaalualu Fire - September 21, 2017. Credit: Kane Thomas
"On Hawaii Island, a large brush fire near South Point in Ka'u has forced crews to issue a warning to residents.
They say the smoke could make it hard to see and make it harder to breathe near Waiohinu. Residents are being asked to stay out of the area.
Emergency responders say the fire broke out about 4 hours ago in Kaalualu.
Fire crews can't expect much help from the weather in battling the flames either.
Winds are running at brisk speeds throughout the state making it difficult for firefighters to extinguish both fires. Rain is also scarce in those areas, and fire crews will remain on scene."