Future of Pahoa

[PaulW]

Indeed, but I wonder how much of the current bottleneck traffic is HPP and HA and how much is from points further South.
We shall see. Or, hopefully, we shall not see.

[macuu222]

The future of Pahoa based on today's flow projection is that there will be a North Pahoa (Longs,Malama Market)and a south Pahoa(Post Office, 7/11). One will use Hwy 130.....one will use (if the flow continues to ocean)....the Park Road south.

[shay]

pulavana: north and south.

spring loaded sneakers will be for rent in keauu sponsored by the american heart association and michael jordon.
segways might may a comeback. shipman will gladly put out for a pay-to-park parking lot off 11.

please bear with my need for lighter moment.

[jerry]

Based on our previous experience running our B&B there was always an uptick of reservations when the lava was in the news, especially if it made the national networks. Many people vacation on another island came for one night, just to view the lava.

If the lava crosses 130, and unless the County bans all traffic past Ainaloa (not an inconceivable act) I can see 130 being like Chain of Craters Road used to be when the lava was flowing in the park: Drive to the end, drop your passengers then head back looking for a road side parking space, then walk back--sometimes a long walk.

Jerry

[snorkle]

When the lava made its way through Kalapana, the county CD had barriers on the roads quite close to the lava for excellent viewing. When the lava came within a few feet, they'd move the barriers back a little.

There were unpleasant and potentially violent situations when overzealous visitors made their way across peoples yards to get a better view. Sometimes they were just rude, sometimes they were just lost in the dark, but I think we need to protect the people of Pahoa from having to deal with it.

[Johnd]

Lava viewers ? I think not. The Country should exercise sensitivity towards those who are losing their homes or whose life will change dramatically because of this, and make it a no go zone for non residents.. This is not time to be accommodating tourists.

jdo