Emergency repair work made necessary by sudden and unexpected circumstances may be initiated immediately in the interest of the general public welfare. A permit shall not be necessary before initiating emergency repair work. The party or parties performing the repair work shall immediately notify the police and fire departments and emergency medical services agencies of the nature and location of the work. Traffic control devices required by this chapter shall be used as in an ordinary work situation. As soon as possible, application for permit shall be made with the authority.
Haw. Code R. § 19-129-9