Hawaiian Electric Hardens West Oahu Grid | Honolulu News

Hawaiian Electric is launching a major three-year grid upgrade across West Oahu, starting this month with seven poles in Makaha — replacing aging wooden poles with hurricane-resistant fiberglass and steel. The Critical Pole Hardening Program aims to boost resilience against fierce winds and wildfires, especially along vital routes like Farrington Highway. Similar efforts are underway on Maui and the Big Island, reflecting a statewide push to modernize infrastructure. Reinforcements, updated hardware, and fire-prevention covered conductors are part of the plan. While no lane closures for the first phase, expect traffic advisories later. This proactive investment — rooted in Hawaiian responsibility, or “kuleana” — is critical to safeguarding power and public safety as climate risks grow. 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/2936c593ad613584