Water Main Break Affects Customers in Konawaena, Nāpōʻopoʻo

A water tanker is available at Kealakekua Ranch Center for community assistance.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:34pm

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Customers in the Konawaena and Nāpōʻopoʻo areas of Hawaii's Big Island are without water as crews from the Department of Water Supply work to repair a water main break. A water tanker has been stationed at the Kealakekua Ranch Center for public use during the interruption.

Why it matters

Water outages can significantly disrupt daily life and pose challenges for residents, businesses, and essential services. Prompt repairs and community assistance are crucial to minimizing the impact on the affected areas.

The details

The Department of Water Supply is working to repair the water main break that has left customers in the Konawaena and Nāpōʻopoʻo areas without water. A water tanker has been made available at the Kealakekua Ranch Center for community members to access during the interruption.

  • The water main break occurred on March 15, 2026.

The players

Department of Water Supply

The government agency responsible for providing and maintaining water services in the affected areas.

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What they’re saying

“For more information, email dws@hawaiidws.org, or call 808-322-0600 or 808-961-8060 during normal business hours. For after-hour emergencies, call 808-961-8790.”

— Department of Water Supply

What’s next

The Department of Water Supply is working to repair the water main break as quickly as possible to restore service to the affected customers.

The takeaway

Water infrastructure issues can have significant impacts on local communities, underscoring the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency response plans to ensure reliable water access for residents.