December 15, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Water Conservation Notice Issued for North Kohala Customers
AFFECTED AREAS: HĀWĪ TO HALA‘ULA, INCLUDING PUAKEA BAY, KA‘AUHUHU HOMESTEADS, ‘ĀINAKEA VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, AND ALL CUSTOMERS ALONG AKONI PULE HIGHWAY, MILL ROAD, AND MA‘ULILI ROAD; NORTH KOHALA, HAWAI‘I
This is an important Department of Water Supply (DWS), County of Hawai‘i, message for Friday, December 15, 2023.
Effective immediately and until further notice, a Water Conservation Notice has been issued for all North Kohala water customers served by the North Kohala water system. A Water Conservation Notice requests affected customers reduce water use by at least 10 percent.
Water conservation is necessary because only one of three water wells serving the region is currently operational. DWS is working to expedite repairs and bring the inoperable wells back on-line.
Status updates will be issued as necessary and made available on the DWS’ website, www.hawaiidws.org.
Performing the following steps will help to conserve water:
- Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
- Check faucets and pipes for leaks
- Do not let water run when washing hands, shaving, or brushing teeth
- Reduce showering times
All affected water customers should limit water use for dust control and irrigation. Find other water-
saving tips by clicking on the “Conservation” tab at www.hawaiidws.org.
To reach the DWS, please call (808) 887-3030 or (808) 961-8050 during normal business hours, (808)
961-8790 for after-hour emergencies, or email: dws@hawaiidws.org.
The Department of Water Supply thanks affected customers for their understanding.
This is your Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply.