An environmental review for constructing an emergency access route along a lava-covered section of a Hawaii road identifies concerns including the spread of invasive species and possible harm to endangered birds. ADVERTISING An environmental review for constructing an emergency access
An environmental review for constructing an emergency access route along a lava-covered section of a Hawaii road identifies concerns including the spread of invasive species and possible harm to endangered birds.
The National Park Service has agreed to accommodate two-way traffic on an alternate route to Puna to prepare for lava expected to flow over the district’s main road.
Construction is underway to re-establish Chain of Craters Road in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to its original width of 22 feet. Hawaii County Mayor Billy Kenoi says the road will be a lifeline.
But the review released Tuesday says construction could spread invasive species such as little fire ants and coqui frogs hitching rides on vehicles from Puna.
The public has until Dec. 5 to comment on the review.
