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Yahoo
04-04-2025
- General
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Kaneohe man reflects on surviving 1946 Hilo tsunami
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Living to 96 takes a little luck and leaves you with incredible stories. A Kaneohe man just celebrated his birthday, reflecting on a life well-lived and a moment he'll never forget. He's one of the few who survived being swept away in the deadly 1946 Hilo tsunami that claimed 158 lives. A history of fatal Tsunamis in Hawaii 'Today if I concentrate real, real hard I can almost bring back the panic and the fright and my thoughts and my feelings of that tsunami,' explained Masuo Kino, 1946 Hilo tsunami survivor. On April 1, 1946, Masuo's first hint that something was strange was on his bus trip along the Big Island's Hamakua Coast to school at Laupahoehoe Point. 'Halfway down the Pali Road, the county workers stopped the bus and told the bus driver, there's something fishy about the ocean and you gotta be careful not to get too close to the water.' Masuo was a junior in high school and was a day away from turning 17. Being curious teenage boys, he and his classmates went to check it out. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news They had no warning about the massive earthquake in Alaska's Aleutian Islands. Then, they saw the ocean recede. 'It literally went uphill. It climbed, withdrew for maybe half a mile, three-quarters of a mile, and all of us, we didn't know anything about tsunamis. We just stood there and watched,' Masuo said. And they couldn't believe what happened next. 'The first time we saw the wave, it got bigger and bigger and grayer and blacker and started rolling in, and we said 'Hey this looks kind of weird and dangerous.' That's when all the boys took off. Some made it to the school grounds, some didn't make it and they're part of the 24 that died.' Helping kupuna who are afraid, unable to speak for themselves Masuo was swept away and taken across the playground, through the bushes and into the dry river that was flowing into the ocean. He went through rocks and debris. At one point, he didn't know up from down. 'I grabbed some guava tree branches, they broke off and I kept on flowing and I finally got ahold of a big branch and I held on with all of my might. And then the water slowly receded and I touched ground. I could have died in many instances in the whole trip. But I didn't and I would say it's a gift of life.' Masuo celebrated 79 years of extra life on Wednesday, April 1 for his 96th birthday. He's been married to his wife, Alice, for 69 years and is now a father and grandfather who graduated from the University of Hawaii and earned his masters. He's also run the Great Aloha Run 40 times. Check out more news from around Hawaii 'In a sense, I really appreciate my life of 96 years old just by chance that I didn't die in a wave, and this is a monument at the point now. There's 24 names in there. They're students, teachers, preschool kids. 24 names and I could've easily been one of them.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Road closures for the 2025 King's Runner 10K
HONOLULU (KHON2) — With less than 24 hours remaining, the downtown Honolulu, Kakaako and Ala Moana area will be filled with thousands of runners for the 2025 King's Runner 6.2-mile course will take runners from Thomas Square, through Kakaako Waterfront and Ala Moana Beach Parks and finishes on Victoria Street, just adjacent to the start line. 5 things you should know when running, walking the Great Aloha Run Multiple traffic controls will be in effect starting at 1 a.m. As athletes complete the sections, roadways will progressively be opened. All roads are expected to be reopened by 10 a.m. Punchbowl Street to Pohukaina will have two left lanes closed Pohukaina Street to Keawe will be contra-flowed to South Street Cooke Street to Ala Moana from Pohukaina closed in both directions Cooke Street to Ilalo in both directions from Ala Moana to Ilalao Ahui Street to Ilalo will be closed to Waterfront Park Ahui Street to Ward Avenue Extension to Ward Avenue east side S. King Street from Victoria to Punchbowl will have two right lanes closed Ward Avenue to Ala Moana Beach Park Ewa Entrance two lanes eastbound will be closed Victoria Street from Beretania to S. King will be down one lane Officials added that some bus routes will be canceled and/or detoured. Check out more news from around Hawaii If you have any other questions regarding traffic on race day, call (808) 221-9534. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
12k participants compete in 41st Great Aloha Run
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Up before the sunrise and on the move, more than 12,000 runners laced up for an iconic Hawaii tradition that keeps were broken and crowds cheered for thousands of runners and walkers crossing the finish line at the 41st Great Aloha Run on Monday. What Hawaiʻi offers its citizens: New education, employment reports 'I didn't really come into it expecting to win or anything like that. But, you know, I just came out to have fun, you know, get a good workout in and it was nice to win,' stated Landon Pretre, Men's 1st place finisher. The top three finishers for women were neck and neck only seconds apart from one another. 'I was seven months pregnant with this little guy, Isaiah, last year. It was much nicer this year, not having that baby weight to carry though,' said Grace Chow, Women's 1st place finisher. 'This year, I was just thinking about seeing him at the at the finish line and being able to attend to all his needs before mine when I finished.' More than 12,000 participants, young and old, started the race at Aloha Tower, making the 8.15 mile journey toward Aloha Stadium. 'First, five miles are pretty strong, but then those challenging points came up, but we just pushed on and kept going and we did it and we finished under two hours,' stated Chris Hudak who ran with his son. According to the Great Aloha Run's co-founder, Carole Kai Onouye, the event continues growing every year. 'When we first started, it was pretty small, but there were a lot of excited people, and because of them, the race has grown to what it is today,' said Onouye, 'We were able to give over $20 million to 130 organizations.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Don't get caught in these Great Aloha Run road closures
HONOLULU (KHON2) — More than 12,000 will hit the pavement running on Monday, Feb. 17 for the 41st Annual Great Aloha will run, walk and support dozens of local charities in the 8.15-mile foot race from Aloha Tower to Aloha Stadium. Though thousands will be racing for a great cause, the organization said some road closures will occur despite best efforts to minimize traffic disruptions. Staying on track for another Great Aloha Run The Honolulu Police Department, Department of Transportation and other city services have determined these road closures are necessary. Radford Dr from Kamehameha Hwy to Bougainville To reopen after race passes Kamehameha Hwy from Valkenburgh (westbound) to Aloha Stadium To reopen after race passes Center Drive at Kamehameha Hwy (both directions) To reopen after race passes All Downtown roads from Beretania and Nuuanu to Ala Moana and Nimitz Hwy, Punchbowl St Expected to reopen at 8 a.m. Ala Moana Blvd and Nimitz Hwy from South St to River St Expected to reopen at 8 a.m. Westbound lanes of Nimitz Hwy under viaduct from River St to H1 Fwy/Viaduct To reopen after race passes Two right lanes of Nimitz Hwy from Sand Island Access Rd to River St. (Access to Sand Island limited to H1 eastbound lanes or Nimitz Hwy To reopen after race passes Nimitz Hwy under viaduct from Kakoi St to Valkenburgh To reopen after race passes Dillingham Blvd at Middle St (for westbound traffic under viaduct) To reopen after race passes H1 Fwy at Kamehameha Hwy (exit under H1 Fwy) To reopen after race passes Both directions of Salt Lake Blvd from Kahuapaani St to Kalaloa St To reopen after race passes Both directions of Salt Lake Blvd from Kalaloa St to Kamehameha Hwy To reopen after race passes HPD traffic officers will attempt to let traffic through once the bulk of runners have passed. Officials said most roads are expected to reopen by 9 a.m. To make traffic easier, officials suggest drivers use South Beretania St to Punchbowl St for freeway access. Drivers should avoid using the Middle St and Dillingham Blvd intersection. Check out more news from around Hawaii 'Your patience, support and consideration through the past years has been greatly appreciated. The Great Aloha Run could not occur without the outpouring of community spirit each year.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Great Aloha Run kicks off with two-day expo
HONOLULU (KHON2) — There are only a few nights left before thousands of runners take on the 41st annual Great Aloha Run. In the calm before the storm, participants, spectators and more are invited to the two-day Sports, Health and Fitness Expo!Starting Saturday, Feb. 15 to Sunday, Feb. 16, runners can check out the event at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall to pick up their race packets. The expo also offers one last chance to register for the 2025 Great Aloha Run. Race Director Alan Sunio said it's a weekend you don't want to miss. Great Aloha Run is coming up Monday 'We'll have lots of activities at the exhibit hall so there's a lot of things to do,' Sunio said. Eventgoers can participate in everything from interactive displays, health screenings and appearances from retailers for those last-minute bargains on fitness apparel and more. The Planet Fitness 'Just Move' Activity Zone will also make an appearance to introduce participants to pickleball and tennis. There will also be a wine-tasting booth on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for those who are 21 years and older. Of course, the expo will feature a giveaway as well where you can enter to win round-trip airfare to any Alaska Airlines destination. The expo will be open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General Admission: $6 Active-duty military and dependents: $3 with valid ID Senior citizens 65 and older: FREE (must pick up ticket from box office) Children age 12 and under: FREE, with paying adult Check out more news from around Hawaii Visit their website for more information on the 41st annual Great Aloha Run or the Sports, Health and Fitness Expo. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
