Drain Grate Closes H-1 Freeway Lane | Honolulu News

A loose drain grate on the H-1 Freeway eastbound near Waimalu caused major traffic chaos Monday afternoon, snarling backups past Waipahu. Crews raced in to weld it back in place — a tiny fix with huge ripple effects. All lanes reopened by 4:15 PM, and drivers with vehicle damage can file claims with the state. A reminder: even the smallest infrastructure pieces can dramatically disrupt your day. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e486059b422b3a8