HONOLULU (Island News) — Two women were hospitalized following an eight-car collision on the H-1 Freeway west near the Waipahu exit Friday afternoon.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the incident at approximately 3:45 p.m. on August 7. A 51-year-old woman sustained serious injuries and was transported to a hospital, while a 39-year-old woman was treated for minor injuries.
A 41-year-old woman was evaluated on-site but declined further medical treatment. The crash, which involved eight vehicles, blocked three lanes prior to the H-1/H-2 split. All lanes were reopened within an hour after first responders cleared the scene.
The cause of the accident, including factors such as speed, alcohol, or drugs, has not been reported by authorities.