Four-Vehicle Wreck Causes Injuries on Makaala St in Hilo, HI
August 9, 2026
Hilo, HI (August 9, 2026) – At least one person was injured in a four-vehicle crash on Makaala Street near Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo on Friday, August 7. The accident was reported at about 3:03 p.m.
The wreck involved four vehicles, including a gray SUV, pickup trucks, and a white sedan. Initial reports indicated that the vehicles were blocking the roadway near a gas station.
Emergency units arrived shortly afterward and assisted those involved. Further information about the injuries has not yet been released.
Authorities continue to investigate what caused the collision.
We hope everyone injured in the crash receives the care and support they need.
How Is Fault Determined After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Hilo, HI?
After a multi-vehicle crash in Hilo, fault is determined by examining how each driver’s actions contributed to the collision. More than one driver may share responsibility. The sequence of impacts can be especially important when several vehicles collide within seconds.
To establish each driver’s role, investigators and insurers may examine vehicle damage, roadway evidence, witness accounts, and available video. These details can help establish which collision occurred first. They may also show whether another driver contributed to later impacts.
In Hilo, Makaala Street carries traffic near Kanoelehua Avenue and surrounding businesses. Drivers may enter or leave nearby properties throughout the day. Those movements can become relevant when investigators examine how a multi-vehicle crash unfolded.
Under Hawaii’s negligence rules, an injured person may recover damages when their negligence is not greater than the combined negligence of those they pursue. Their recovery is reduced according to their percentage of fault.
Another issue can arise when drivers give conflicting accounts of the collision. Physical evidence may help investigators compare those accounts with how the vehicles were damaged. That information can become important when insurers assign percentages of fault.
In a chain-reaction collision, responsibility may be divided among several drivers rather than assigned to one person. A driver who caused the first impact may not be responsible for every later collision. Each driver’s conduct must be considered separately.
When fault remains unclear, a Hilo car accident lawyer can review how the crashes unfolded and assess each party’s potential responsibility. Legal guidance may also help with competing insurance claims. This can be useful when several drivers deny fault.
Our team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner helps people injured in vehicle crashes across Hawaii understand their options. We explain liability and insurance issues in clear terms so you can make informed decisions.
If you have questions after a multi-vehicle crash in Hilo, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525. A consultation can help you understand how fault may affect your claim.
Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports, local and state police incident reports to create these posts. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this particular accident so if there is any information that is incorrect, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner so that we can update the post to reflect the most accurate information available.
Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical assistance immediately.