Message from our Director Aloha HDOT ‘Ohana, On August 6, Governor Ige announced the reinstatement of the interisland quarantine effective August 11. The reinstatement of the 14-day travel quarantine for interisland travelers arriving on Kauai, Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i, and Hawai‘i Island and the closures of beaches and parks on Oahu are unfortunate, but necessary, steps to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic. In July, during our ongoing COVID response, we faced a challenge we are more familiar with—the threat of an incoming hurricane. HDOT’s emergency workers banded together, enacted our plans, and were ready to protect the State’s critical infrastructures. I am thankful that Hurricane Douglas decided not to test us but am confident that we would have stepped up to the plate as we always do. Please continue to do what needs to be done to fight COVID-19, especially with the recent surges in the number of cases. Wear masks whenever interacting with others, wash your hands frequently for at least 20-seconds at a time, and keep at least 6-feet from others. If you have any questions on COVID-19 in the workplace, remember that the COVID hotline remains available to you at 211 or (808) 208-1040. Mahalo for reading the newsletter and for being a part of the team that keeps our communities connected through air, land, and sea! Here’s looking to the day when we will be able to connect without the threat of COVID. Until then, let’s continue to be vigilant by protecting ourselves, our families, and our co-workers. Mahalo, Jade T. Butay
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