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State bans swimming at Haseko lagoon

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KAT WADE / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

Marine biologists talked to Hoakalei homeowners Thursday about the unique ecosystem that keeps the community’s Wai Kai Lagoon water clean. Seated on the bench at right are Heather Spalding, left, and Sue Brown, center, both scientists at the University of Hawaii at Manoa and consultants for Hoakalei developer Haseko Hawaii.

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KAT WADE / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

Sharene Saito Tam, vice president of Haseko Hawaii, explained the state order to halt swimming in the Wai Kai Lagoon during a meeting Thursday with Hoakalei residents.

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KAT WADE / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

Aila Ing, 4, left, Mayumi Ing, Cayman Ing, 7, and Danny Ing on Thursday took turns smelling seaweed called Chara zeylanica, which covers the bottom of the Wai Kai Lagoon and keeps the water clean by absorbing nutrients and limiting the suspension of sediment.