Hawaiian Electric Restoring Power Across Oahu, Hawaii Island After Storm

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Hawaiian Electric is working to restore power to approximately 11,500 customers across Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui County who lost electricity due to a powerful storm overnight. Nearly 7,900 customers are without power on Oahu, while about 1,400 customers are affected on Hawaii Island and crews are addressing scattered outages on Maui.

Why it matters

Restoring power quickly after severe weather is critical for public safety and to minimize disruptions to homes and businesses. Hawaiian Electric's response highlights the utility's preparedness and ability to mobilize crews to address widespread outages across multiple islands.

The details

Hawaiian Electric crews and contractors are working to address outages caused by trees and weather-related debris blown into power lines. The company's priorities are focused on safety and restoring power to essential community services first. Customers can track outages on the utility's website and mobile app, and should report any downed power lines or dangerous situations by calling 911 or Hawaiian Electric's trouble lines.

• As of 9 a.m. on February 8, 2026, nearly 7,900 customers were without power on Oahu, about 1,400 customers were affected on Hawaii Island, and crews were addressing scattered outages on Maui.
• By 6 a.m., Hawaiian Electric had restored power to nearly 1,500 customers on Hawaii Island.

What’s next

Hawaiian Electric crews will continue working throughout the day to restore power as long as weather conditions remain safe.