Kihei roundabout to partially open to drivers today | News, Sports, Jobs

As state officials continue to debate the safe opening of the new Kulanihako’i High School, the roundabout built as an alternative crossing measure will open partially to drivers today.
When work concludes at 3:30 p.m. today, the contractor will open all lanes through the roundabout, the state Department of Transportation said. There will be two lanes open in each direction. The right-turn lane in and out of Kulanihakoi Street will be open, and drivers are asked to follow the following steps:
• Slow down as you approach the roundabout.
• Yield to anyone in the crosswalk and vehicles already in the roundabout.
• Drive in a counterclockwise direction until ready to exit the roundabout.
• Go around if you miss your exit. If you’re in a multilane roundabout, do not change lanes in the roundabout. Exit and make a U-turn at the next appropriate intersection to return to the roundabout.
• Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists when entering and exiting the roundabout.
Turning movements in the roundabout will be allowed, except for the right turn entering Kulanihako’i High School, the DOT said. Crosswalks at the roundabout will be closed as workers complete utility adjustments and electrical work.
The roundabout is expected to be completed Feb. 24.
For a visual aid on how to use the roundabout, visit hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/roundabouts/.
The DOT also offers video clips of how to drive through the roundabout from various points, including:
• Turning lane: youtu.be/qtp2rER9wjc.
• Outside lane: youtu.be/Irgjass9seY.
• Inside lane: youtu.be/ByMQq19Ls4o.
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