Power Restored to Most Customers After Kona Low Storms

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Hawaiian Electric has restored power to almost all customers who were impacted by back-to-back Kona low weather systems that pummeled Hawaii with gusty winds, heavy rains, and catastrophic flooding since March 11. As of 3:30 p.m. on March 23, 2026, crews had restored electricity to all but 218 customers across Oahu, Maui County, and Hawaii Island.

Why it matters

The Kona low weather systems caused widespread power outages and flooding across the Hawaiian islands, disrupting daily life and commerce. The restoration of power is a critical step in helping communities recover from the storm's impacts.

The details

On Oahu's North Shore, power has been restored to most customers whose service could be restored safely. However, some customers who remain without power may need to hire an electrician to inspect and possibly repair their equipment before Hawaiian Electric can safely reconnect electric service to their homes and businesses. Hawaiian Electric has sent direct notifications to North Shore customers whose power has been restored, informing them that it is safe to turn on their main breakers.

• The Kona low weather systems have pummeled Hawaii with gusty winds, heavy rains, and catastrophic flooding since March 11, 2026.
• As of 3:30 p.m. on March 23, 2026, Hawaiian Electric had restored electricity to all but 218 customers across Oahu, Maui County, and Hawaii Island.

What’s next

Customers whose power has been restored are advised to unplug any wet appliances and check their main breakers and breaker panels to ensure all switches are in the 'on' position before reporting any remaining outages to their island's Trouble Line.