Hawaiʻi Island residents are advised of significant service changes and road closures during the IRONMAN World Championship on Saturday, October 26, 2024. These changes aim to ensure the safety and smooth flow of the event while accommodating local community needs. Below are the key service modifications and closures:

Solid Waste Facility Closures:

Due to road closures associated with the IRONMAN race, the following facilities will be temporarily closed:

• Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station
• West Hawai’i Sanitary Landfill (Pu’uanahulu)

These facilities will reopen as follows:

• Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station: Regular operations resume on Sunday, October 27, 2024.
• West Hawai’i Sanitary Landfill: Reopens Monday, October 28, 2024.

All other solid waste facilities on the island will operate on their regular schedules. For additional updates, visit hawaiizerowaste.org or contact the Solid Waste Division at (808) 961-8270.

Hele-On Bus Route Modifications:

Expect changes to Hele-On bus routes, including canceled stops and altered schedules. On October 26, 2024, all routes will start and end at a temporary hub at the Kona Courthouse on Kamakaeha Avenue. Key adjustments include:

• Route 1: Canceled stops at Loloku Street (Kona Commons) and Kaiwi Street.
• Route 2: Canceled stops westbound to Kona at Kona Village Resort, Four Seasons Resort, Kona Airport, and Loloku Street (Kona Commons). Eastbound to Hilo, Loloku Street (Kona Commons) stop is also canceled.
• Route 75: Adjusted departure times and canceled stops, including Kona Airport and Four Seasons Hualālai.
• Route 80: Multiple route changes, with certain trips canceled. Passengers heading to destinations like Kona Airport or Four Seasons Hualalai should note altered schedules.
• Routes 201, 202, 203, and 204: Changes in hub connections and specific canceled stops.

For the full list of route changes and schedule updates, visit heleonbus.org or call (808) 961-8744.

Beach Park Closures and Lifeguard Availability:

• Kua Bay: The beach park will be closed due to the IRONMAN race. As a result, the Hawaiʻi Fire Department will not have lifeguards on duty at this location on October 26.

Mahalo for Your Patience and Support

We appreciate the community’s understanding and cooperation during this exciting event. The IRONMAN World Championship brings significant exposure and economic benefits to Hawaiʻi Island, and we aim to ensure minimal disruption while supporting athletes and visitors.

For additional details or inquiries, please contact the relevant departments listed above.