A message from COUNTY OF HAWAII
The fire is between the 8 and 9 mile marker and the Fire Department is actively fighting the fire.
Hawaii Police Department reports Highway 190 is closed between Waikoloa Road and the 6 Mile Marker. Detour using Old Saddle Road or Queen Kaahumanu Highway
From a local driver: Heading to Hilo from Kohala. Road closed north on 190&200 due to brush fire. Saddle Road Open.