Businesses electing to close amid rising COVID-19 cases to ensure staff safety
HONOLULU (KHON2) — As coronavirus numbers continue to grow on Oahu, some businesses are making a drastic decision to keep staff and clients safe from the pandemic.
Some businesses had to consider the tough choice between keeping staff and clients safe and healthy and getting a steady income. The owners of Namie Salon in Honolulu decided to play it safe and temporarily close.
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Health officials reveal Oahu hospitals are becoming full
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaii Department of Health reported another day of more than 200 new cases of COVID-19.
On Aug. 23, 248 cases were reported, with 12 on Maui and eight on Hawaii island, the rest were on Oahu. There are now 4,410 active cases statewide.
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Juvenile recently admitted to Hale Hoomalu Juvenile Detention Facility tests COVID-positive
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaii State Judiciary reported that an asymptomatic juvenile recently admitted to the Hale Hoomalu Juvenile Detention Facility has tested positive for COVID-19.
This is the first confirmed case of a juvenile that tested positive at the facility, which is located next to the Kapolei Judiciary Complex.
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