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Nolo strengthens to Category 2 hurricane; life-threatening flash flooding possible
The hurricane is now 175 miles south of South Point with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph. September 25, 2026 · 11:12am
What Big Island residents need to know Friday about Hurricane Nolo
Nolo was a Category 1 hurricane as of 11 p.m. Thursday; a hurricane watch, tropical storm warning, flood watch and high surf advisory remain in effect for the Big Island as Hawaiʻi County plans to open additional shelters and the state's congressional delegation in Washington urge speedy approval of the governor's emergency declaration request.East Hawai‘i News Salvation Army readies disaster response as Hurricane Nolo approaches with threat of…
Hawai'i State News University of Hawaiʻi launches Nolo rainfall, wind tracker
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Nolo strengthens to Category 2 hurricane; life-threatening flash flooding possible
The hurricane is now 175 miles south of South Point with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph.
Volcano Watch: From aloha to talofa; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory monitors American Samoa
The observatory based on the Big Island in Hawai‘i most of the year remotely keeps an eye on American Samoa, annual visits to the U.S. territory are essential for maintaining and strengthening partnerships on those islands and the territory’s volcano and earthquake monitoring network.
Repeated severe weather compounds challenges for Hawaiʻi coffee producers
Hawaiʻi Coffee Association calls attention to the cumulative impact on farmers and need for long-term preparedness and resilience.
Salvation Army readies disaster response as Hurricane Nolo approaches with threat of heavy rainfall, damaging winds
The Salvation Army’s Hilo Overnight Safe Space, which serves the community’s houseless population, will be temporarily relocated to Hilo High School because of the impending storm.
University of Hawaiʻi launches Nolo rainfall, wind tracker
The tracker provides observations intended to offer a straightforward way for residents, emergency managers, researchers, media and others to monitor observed rainfall and wind conditions as Hurricane Nolo approaches and moves through Hawaiʻi.
Exhausted Ka‘ū residents still recovering from Hurricane Lala brace for Nolo
“It’s like we’ve been beaten with a stick and we’re getting beat again,” said 62-year-old Owen Fritts, who owns a macadamia nut farm in South Point.
What Big Island residents need to know Friday about Hurricane Nolo
We have all the information you need to stay safe, including where to find shelters and how to prepare for water, power and communication outages.
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation deploys $45K in Stronger Hawai‘i funding ahead of Nolo
Hawaiʻi Animal Kuleana Alliance, HOPE Services and Nā‘ālehu Resilience Hub each receive $10,000 from foundation to provide food, water, emergency supplies and more for residents and animals before the next storm strikes.
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News briefs for Sept. 23: Zonta award, Young Brothers appointments, Vulcans men’s basketball, August unemployment and more
A brief look at news stories from around the island, throughout the state and beyond.
Merry marchers sought: Registration open for 2026 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade
Community organizations, bands, clubs, businesses, civic groups, hula hālau, motorcades, custom cars, beauty queens, public officials and all others interested are invited to register now for the parade and brightly blanket the community in familiar festive features.
Nā Leo TV launches 2026 Youth Media Challenge
Challenge invites Hawai‘i Island youth in grades 4 through 11 and emerging creators in grade 12 through age 24 years old to create, share and be heard.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 18-24: Breadfruit summit, paniolo festival, PRIDE, magic, Kaʻū Bon Dance and more
It’s another interesting mix of events happening during the next week around the island; be sure to check out all top 10 things to do now!
‘Give yourself over to absolute pleasure’: Kick off the spooky season with ‘Rocky Horror’ at Palace
This year’s screening, scheduled Sept. 17, takes on more significance after the death 80-year-old Tim Curry, who played the movie’s main character Dr. Frank N. Furter; his death was especially poignant for Aloha Theatre in Kealakekua that will present in October the stage version of the film, in which Curry also originated the role.
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Maui Now
Hawaii Employers Council releases Disaster Preparedness Toolkit
The Hawaii Employers Council has released a new Disaster Preparedness Toolkit to help Hawaiʻi employers protect their people and keep operations running before, during, and after severe weather. The September 2026 toolkit is intended for Human Resources professionals and business leaders facing natural disasters and severe weather that affect employees and the workplace. It arrives […]
Registration now open for 2026-27 Hawaiʻi LifeSmarts competition
Participating students will learn critical life skills in five key areas.
AAA Hawaiʻi: Gas prices rise 9 cents over past week
Hawaiʻi drivers are continuing to feel the pain at the pump, with gas prices rising week over week amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz, and uncertainty in the global oil market, according to the AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch.
Update: Gov. Green describes Hurricane Nolo track and impacts in video
Gov. Josh Green issued a video update this morning on the forecast track and impacts of Hurricane Nolo, as the strengthening Category 2 hurricane moved north-northwest at 5 mph toward Hawaiʻi Island, covering about 50 miles overnight. A tropical storm warning and watch is in effect for Maui County. Click here to see the governor’s […]
Maui Bus to be re-routed during Maui Fair Parade, Oct. 1, 2026
Due to the partial closure of Ka‘ahumanu Avenue on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, to accommodate the Maui County Fair Parade, Maui Bus service will be re-routed and specific bus stops will not be in service, the County of Maui Department of Transportation announced. The changes are as follows:
Kaua‘i Now
Reports of Verizon customers on Kaua‘i having issues connecting with non-emergency police dispatch line
Kaua‘i Police Department provided two additional numbers for Verizon customers experiencing connection issues.
Hurricane Nolo expected to bring rain to Big Island Friday night; storm will pass south of Kauaʻi
Nolo strengthened to a hurricane Thursday afternoon and is expected to bring rain to the Big Island Friday evening.
Hurricane Nolo online rainfall, wind tracker launched by University of Hawaiʻi
The tracker provides observations intended to offer a straightforward way for residents, emergency managers, researchers, media and others to monitor observed rainfall and wind conditions as Hurricane Nolo approaches and moves through Hawaiʻi.
