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Government Shutdown Costs Hawaii Parks Millions

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Last October was a tough time for visitors and locals who enjoy Hawaii’s national parks. They were closed during the 16-day government shutdown.A new report by the National Park Service estimates a nationwide loss of $414 million and 8 million fewer visitors. HPR’s Molly Solomon takes a look at how those numbers were felt locally.

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