AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCoastal Safety: A high surf warning is in effect for south-facing shores across Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui and Hawai‘i Island through 6 a.m. Tuesday, with 10–15 ft surf, dangerous wave run-up, and a higher risk of coastal flooding during afternoon and evening king tides. Tourism Infrastructure: The Hawai‘i Convention Center is pushing ahead with leak repairs during its two-year shutdown, but lawmakers rejected a $55M capital request—meaning about 19 upgrades could slip, with a possible shortfall when it reopens in 2028. Big Island Lodging: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel marks 60 years with a $240M renovation, refreshing all 252 rooms and suites while keeping the property’s mid-century modern character. Local Community & Visitors: HPD’s Kona Community Policing Section joined partners for a Kailua Park Playground cleanup at Old Kona Airport Beach Park, part of the HONOUR homeless outreach project. Road & Evacuation Planning: Waikoloa Village residents are renewing calls for a “Waikoloa Second Road” to ease evacuation bottlenecks if wildfire strikes. Shark Watch: A new shark-attack debate is reigniting after a Coogee Beach incident in Australia, with renewed questions about culls and swimmer safety. Weather Outlook: Forecasters say El Niño is forming and could strengthen later in 2026, with potential impacts ranging from hotter/drier conditions in parts of the U.S. to wetter patterns elsewhere.
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