POHAKULOA TRAINING AREA — The Pohakuloa Training Area’s Fire and Emergency Services mobilized to fight a wildland fire in the Keamuku Maneuver Area reported at 6 a.m. Wednesday.
POHAKULOA TRAINING AREA — The Pohakuloa Training Area’s Fire and Emergency Services mobilized to fight a wildland fire in the Keamuku Maneuver Area reported at 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Assistance from Hawaii County’s Fire Department and PTA’s MEDEVAC helicopter mobilized in support of the firefighting effort, which was expected to last throughout the day.
The Keamuku Maneuver Area (KMA) is the northernmost part of the Pohakuloa Training Area. The linear front of the fire spans approximately a half-mile and is about two miles from KMA’s nearest neighbor, the Waikii Ranch.
According to PTA Fire Chief Eric Moller, the fire didn’t pose an immediate threat to any of PTA’s neighbors.
No injuries have been reported and no buildings or structures have been damaged.
Smoke from the fire is noticeable and conducive weather conditions could cause flare-ups. Motorists are asked to be alert and drive with care.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.