More update specifics needed on power, phone, etc

[4antares]

After driving around Puna in the last few days and seeing the level of destruction I have to say both Helco and the county have responded well and I'm not normally a fan of either entity. Helco seems to have a plan that's working and the county's response has been calm and practical. Sure there could be better communication but their focus seems to be on the actual problem and not the publicity. I'd rather have Billy Kenoi sitting in his office trying to find another wire crew or disaster funding or 50 more generators than holding a press conference. Given things like budget limitations, material shortages and lack of equipment and personnel what they have accomplished so far has been remarkable. Puna got thrashed and recovery won't be overnight.

life is short. enjoy it