The Food Basket closed and Kahikina food drive postponed due to weather

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Due to inclement weather conditions across Hawaii Island, The Food Basket's Hilo and Kona warehouses will be closed on Monday, February 9th, and the Kahikina Food Drive scheduled for that day has also been postponed. The Food Basket team is standing by and coordinating with partners in case emergency food response is needed during the closure.

Why it matters

The Food Basket is a critical food bank serving the Big Island, and any disruption to its operations can have significant impacts on food security for vulnerable residents. The Kahikina Food Drive is an important community event that collects donations for The Food Basket, so the postponement could affect the organization's ability to meet local food needs.

The details

The Food Basket's Hilo and Kona warehouses will be closed on Monday, February 9th to ensure the safety of its staff, volunteers, and community members. The Kahikina Food Drive, which was scheduled for the same day, has also been postponed due to the inclement weather. The Food Basket team is on standby and coordinating with partners in case emergency food response is required during the closure.

• The Food Basket warehouses will be closed on Monday, February 9, 2026.
• The Kahikina Food Drive scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026 has been postponed.

What’s next

The Food Basket will share updated information once weather conditions improve and the organization is able to reopen its facilities and reschedule the Kahikina Food Drive.