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No Injuries Reported After Pāhoa Residential Structure Fire
A single-story residential structure was burned to the ground in Pāhoa Thursday, Oct. 7.
High Winds Could Cause Power Outages Over Weekend
Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings, and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles.
Kona Judge Named to District Court of the Third Circuit Bench
The appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
Pfizer Seeks Approval to Vaccinate Those Aged 5-11
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer is seeking COVID-19 vaccine authorization from the federal government to allow administration of its shots to children between the ages of 5 and 11 years old.
Ige Says Restrictions Rollback Coming by Week’s End
A rollback of some COVID-19 restrictions is coming soon in Hawai´i, though what exactly that will look like remains unclear.
Police ID Victim in Fatal S. Kona Crash
This is the 19th traffic fatality this year compared to 13 at this time last year.
2 Vents Continue to Spew Lava Within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater
Lava continues to fountain out of two vents within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater, one along the floor and the other along the western wall, since Kīlauea began erupting on Sept. 29.
54 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Hawaiʻi Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 304 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 80,886.
HPD Warns Public About Recent Phone Scams
Authorities are warning the public about recent phone scams in which attempts are being made to obtain money from individuals and businesses.
NWS Reports Above-Average Rainfall for Much of Big Island in September
Much of Hawaiʻi Island experienced near to above-average rainfall totals over the past month, according to the National Weather Service monthly rain summary.
Fire Weather Watch Extended For All Hawaiian Islands
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Maui Men Face Charges After DLNR Officer Discovers Dead Honu
Two Maui residents, a father and his son, are charged with the take and possession of a green sea turtle.
Lava Lake Rises Another 7 Feet Over 24-Hour Span
The lava lake continues to rise since Kīlauea began erupting last week.
34 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Hawaiʻi Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 168 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 80,582.
Public Help Sought Locating Missing Hilo Man
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a Hilo man who was reported missing.
HPD to Open Recruitment for Police Officers on Oct. 10
The Hawai‘i Police Department (HPD) is hiring.
Latest Earthquake Shows No Observable Impact on Kīlauea Eruption, Experts Say
A magnitude-4.6 earthquake that rumbled Kīlauea’s lower Southwest Rift Zone had no observable impacts on the current eruption or Mauna Loa, experts reported Tuesday evening, Oct. 5, 2021.
Mag.-4.6 Earthquake Rumbles Southwest Rift Zone of Kīlauea
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake rumbled the southwest rift zone of Kīlauea volcano Tuesday night, Oct. 5, 2021.
Fire Weather Watch Issued for Leeward Big Island
Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
