Kapiolani Boulevard westbound lanes closed after collision knocks tree into truck

Westbound lanes of Kapiolani Boulevard are closed from Mahukona Street after a motor vehicle collision knocked a large tree into the cab of a semi-truck.

The accident occurred at the corner of Kaheka Street and Kapiolani, near a First Hawaiian Bank branch.

Honolulu fire, police and ambulance crews were responding to the 4:52 p.m. call reporting the collision.

At about 5 p.m., Honolulu police said that motorist should avoid the area, use alternate route and expect delays.

Mahukona Street’s northbound was also closed from Kona Street, police said.

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This breaking news story will be updated when more information becomes available.