Officials warn of "carmageddon" as security restrictions move to Ko Olina

Get ready for "carmageddon."

That’s what city officials are calling Sunday morning’s expected traffic jam of biblical proportions because of the APEC summit.

Police plan to shut down all lanes of the H-1 Freeway westbound from Waikiki to Ko Olina.

The city says the closure is expected to happen between 8:30 and 9:30 in the morning, but drivers should be prepared just in case the freeway is closed earlier or even later.

Officials say the extra security measures are needed for the Presidents of China, Russia and the U.S. as they make their way to the Ihilani along with other world dignitaries for the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting at the Ihilani Resort.

"Let’s say you don’t want to be anywhere on the road when we’re heading out to Ihilani Resort," warned Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle.

And roads that run under the freeway along the route will also be closed.

Then, Sunday night around 5 to 7 o’clock, police say there will be rolling freeway closures in the eastbound direction as some leaders make their way back to Waikiki.

Meanwhile, the Ko Olina restricted zone, shaded in pink, goes into effect Saturday night at 11 o’clock and lasts until 11 o’clock Sunday night.

That includes road closures, parking restrictions, and pedestrian screenings and also the Ko Olina water zone which extends 3,200 yards offshore. No boats or people are allowed in that area.

During those hours, only emergency vehicles will be allowed in Makaiwa Beach Park.

Kamokila Community Park, including the parking lot, will be closed from midnight until Monday.

Paradise Cove will be closed tomorrow to the general public.

And golfers, in case you’re wondering, Ko Olina Golf Course will be open to the general public tomorrow.

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