One of Hawaii’s most spectacular landmarks, gone in a matter of days.

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Summary

ABC News reports on the collapse of the Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawaii, which occurred between September 23rd and 27th, 2026. The report notes that the landmark fell into the Pacific Ocean, likely during a tropical storm, and warns visitors to avoid the area.

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1Introduction of the collapsed landmark
2Details on the timeline of the collapse
3Context regarding the potential cause
4Safety warning for park visitors

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EPICLAVA VIA STORYFUL >>> THE RUNDOWN HAWAII LANDMARK CRUMBLES INTO PACIFIC NPS PHOTO / JANICE WEI abc NEWS Oct. 2, 2026 abc NEWS LIVE

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One of Hawaii’s most spectacular landmarks, gone in a matter of days. The 90-foot Hōlei Sea Arch collapsed in the Pacific Ocean after standing along Hawaii Island's coast for centuries. The National Park Service says the arch was still standing September 23rd, but had fallen by September 27th. The exact moment of collapse is unknown, but it may have happened while the park was closed during Tropical Storm Nolo. Park officials are now warning visitors to stay away from the closed area and unstable cliff edges.

Original caption

One of Hawaii’s most iconic natural landmarks has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean. The 90-foot Hōlei Sea Arch stood along the Big Island’s coastline for centuries before giving way to the waves, marking the end of a geological wonder.