Although there is no evidence to suggest that the entire H1 highway is haunted, some portions of the route and connecting paths are associated with well-known Hawaiian ghost stories. The most prominent legends involve the Night Marchers, or Huaka'i po, and the volcanic goddess Pele. Night Marchers: Huaka'i po are the spectral apparitions of ancient Hawaiian warriors who march across sacred paths. Night Marchers carry torches, chant, and beat drums. A conch shell may sound as a warning.If the marchers are encountered, the traditional protocol is to lie face-down on the ground to show respect and avoid eye contact. Staring or getting in their way could lead to death. Night Marchers have been reported in areas traversed by the H1, especially near the Pali Highway, a route that runs parallel to a section of the H1. The goddess Pele is said to test travelers by appearing in human form. Failure to pass her test can cause misfortune. The goddess may take the form of an old woman, sometimes with a small dog, or a beautiful young woman. She appears by the roadside and asks for a ride. If a ride is refused, she might cause a car to break down or bring other bad luck. Drivers who offer her a ride say she vanishes before they reach their destination. The pork curse: A specific and famous version of the Pele legend involves carrying pork across the Pali Highway, a road connected to the H1. According to the story, Pele and the pig-god Kamapua'a had a tumultuous relationship and agreed to divide the island. If pork—symbolizing Kamapua'a—is carried across her territory, a car will stall until the pork is removed. Kipapa Gulch: A section of the H2 highway, accessible from the H1, is considered a haunted site due to numerous accidents. The narrow, winding section of the road in Kipapa Gulch was the site of many fatalities before the Roosevelt Bridge was constructed. Since the bridge's construction, some people claim to have seen a ghostly woman on the bridge who is believed to cause car crashes. Morgan's Corner: A hairpin turn on the Old Pali Highway, near the H1, is associated with a gruesome urban legend. One story involves a couple whose car breaks down, and the boyfriend is later found hanging from a tree above the vehicle. Regardless of the specific story, the area is known for strange energies and a history of unexplained, negative occurrences.