10 a.m. Update: Power shutoffs still possible in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk

10 a.m. Update: Power shutoffs still possible in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk

Hawaiian Electric still closely monitoring weather conditions

Release Date: 8/3/2025

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HONOLULU, Aug. 3, 2025 (10 a.m.) - Hawaiian Electric is still actively monitoring the threat from high winds, low humidity, and drought conditions as the Red Flag Warning continues through 6 p.m. today for leeward portions of all Hawaiian islands and interior sections of Hawaii Island. While power remains on in all communities with high exposure to wildfire risk, the company urges customers to stay prepared for potential power shutoffs in high-risk areas.

If necessary for public safety, Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk as part of its Public Safety Power Shutoff program.

PSPS determinations can change at any time based on weather conditions. The criteria for determining a shutoff are persistent drought conditions, wind gusts 45 mph and higher, and relative humidity below 45%. The company analyzes data from weather stations and cameras near its infrastructure in high-risk areas with potential for fire spread. Wind gusts can be stronger in higher elevations than in residential areas.

Outages that are not related to the company's PSPS program could still occur due to high winds and other conditions.

For more information and maps, call Hawaiian Electric's PSPS hotline at 1-844-483-8666 toll-free or go to hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS. Follow Hawaiian Electric on social media or our mobile app.

• If you see a downed power line, assume it is energized and dangerous. Stay at least 30 feet or more away from all power lines. Warn others to stay away. For emergency assistance call 911. For Hawaiian Electric, call our Trouble Line:
  • Oahu: 1-855-304-1212
  • Hawaii Island: 1-855-304-9191
  • Maui County: 1-855-304-8181

How to stay informed

Hawaiian Electric will provide updates frequently through the news media and the following mobile-friendly resources:

• Hawaiian Electric website: hawaiianelectric.com
• Twitter/X: @HwnElectric; @mauielectric; @hielectriclight
• Facebook: facebook.com/HawaiianElectric
• Mobile app: free download available on Apple App and Google Play stores

You also have the option to sign up to receive emergency outage alerts from Hawaiian Electric at hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS.