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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Kailua-Kona teen critically injured in North Kona crash
A Kailua-Kona teen was critically injured early this morning in a single-vehicle collision on Queen Kaahumanu Highway in North Kona, near the 83-mile marker, by Kiholo Bay Road, according to the Hawaii Police Department. Officers responding to the crash at 5 :07 a.m. determined that the 16-year-old female was driving a black 2023 Toyota Camry southbound when it 'veered off the roadway, struck several large rocks, and overturned multiple times, ' according to a HPD news release. The driver and sole occupant, who was wearing a seat belt, was taken to the Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital in critical condition and is currently listed as stable, according to HPD. The Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit has initiated a major traffic collision investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to please contact Officer Adam Roberg at (808 ) 326-4646, ext. 229, or email @ See more : 1 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Surfer Lily Able honored with newly built lifeguard tower
NORTH KONA, Hawaii (KHON2) — A lifeguard tower now stands at Kohanaiki Beach Park, a popular North Kona surf spot known as 'Pine Trees.' But for one family, this structure is more than just a safety upgrade — it's a tribute to a life lost too soon. 10 new lifeguards graduate from Honolulu Ocean Safety Department The Hawai'i Fire Department held a blessing ceremony on June 13 at 3:30 p.m. to commemorate the tower's launch and remember Lily Able, a young surfer who suffered fatal injuries while surfing at Kohanaiki. Her passing deeply impacted the local surf community — and especially her mother, Rachel Able, who became a driving force behind the push for enhanced beach safety. 'This tower is more than infrastructure — it is a commitment to protecting lives and honoring Lily's legacy,' Fire Chief Kazuo Todd said. According to officials, Rachel worked closely with county leaders and the fire department to make the tower a reality. Check out more news from around Hawaii The structure was built with funds allocated through the department's FY2025 budget, with full-time Ocean Safety officers now staffing the tower daily. This lifeguard tower is now the 13th under Hawai'i Fire Department's Ocean Safety program, making Kohanaiki one of the many beaches now covered by trained personnel certified in open-water rescue, advanced first aid, CPR and public education. Mayor Kimo Alameda said the new addition reflects not only the county's ongoing safety efforts but also the determination of families and residents to protect future generations. 'Many community members in North Kona have shared how happy they are to see lifeguard service at Kohanaiki Beach Park,' Alameda said. 'I am grateful for Rachel and everyone at the county who put in the work to make this project a reality.' The ceremony included a traditional Hawaiian blessing led by Dr. Holeka Inaba, followed by remarks from fire and county the Able family and many others, the tower will serve as a visible promise that Lily's memory will help protect others for years to come. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
