MEDIA RELEASE

Hawaii Electric Light Company announces a partial lane closure along sections of Mamalahoa Highway (Highway 190) from the Waikoloa Junction (11 mile marker) to Puuanahulu (19 mile marker) starting April 21 and continuing through July 31, 2014.

One lane will be closed to traffic 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

Motorists are advised to expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes, if possible.

The closure will allow crews to upgrade transmission lines and equipment to improve system reliability.

Hawaii Electric Light regrets any inconvenience this may cause and thanks the community for its patience and understanding.

For further information, call 969-6666.