HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-07 Papaikou beach closure-- press release
Roxcie L. Waltjen
Harry Kim
Director
Mayor
Maurice C. Messina
Wil Okabe
Deputy Director
Managing Director
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
101 Pauahi Street, Suite 6 Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720
(808) 961-8311 Fax (808) 961-8411
Email: parks_recreation@hawaiicounty.gov
http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/parks-and-recreation/
May 7, 2018
NEWS RELEASE
CLOSURE OF PAPAIKOU MILL BEACH DUE TO EARTHQUAKE DAMAGE
Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation is informing the public that
Papaikou Mill Beach will be closed until further notice due to damage sustained during
the 6.9 magnitude earthquake that occurred on May 4, 2018.
During the earthquake, a concrete wall overlooking the beach area sustained severe
damage, which poses a risk to beachgoers.
The Department is currently working with the Department of Public Works and property
owners to assess the situation.
We appreciate the public’s understanding during this unexpected closure and apologize
for any inconvenience this closure may cause.
County of Hawai‘i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.