HONOLULU (KHON2) — A fire broke out on Kahekili Hwy near Makaala Drive at about 2:17 a.m. which has claimed 25 acres.
The fire is being labeled as a brush fire.
Crews including units, tankers and Air operatives were deployed to fight the fire.
Kahekili Highway was closed for a period of time.
Residents in the area were alerted by MEMA to voluntarily evacuate, especially if they were impacted by smoke.
American Red Cross set up a temporary site for evacuees at Keopuolani Park.
No injuries have been reported.
The fire is 80% contained as of Thursday afternoon and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.