The state Department of Transportation canceled last night's scheduled closing of Kalaniana'ole Highway in Makapu'u because of equipment problems, and added a work period for overnight Sunday.

The state on Nov. 29 began nighttime closures of the highway for much-needed retaining wall work between the Makapu'u Lookout parking lot and the Makapu'u Beach Park parking entrance. The $7.8 million project is expected to be completed by fall 2010.

The night work will resume tonight, beginning at 9:30 and continuing until 5:30 a.m. tomorrow. Construction was to be halted Friday and resume in January, but state officials said work will continue from 9:30 p.m. Sunday to 5:30 a.m. Monday.

Motorists are advised to use caution while driving through the work area.