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Hurricane Tracker Wind advisory goes into effect later today for portions of Big Island
Frustration grows as 10,000 plus Hawaiian Electric customers reach a week without power, answers
Currently, about 11,290 Hawaiian Electric customers without power, including 9,300 in Puna and 1,300 in Kaʻū, the areas likely to be impacted the most in the state by approaching Tropical Storm Moke. August 22, 2026 · 05:00am
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Zephyr Insurance to open additional claim assistance centers next week on Big Island
The centers will provide in-person assistance to policyholders impacted by Hurricane Lala; meanwhile, Hawaiʻi County is providing hot showers in Pāhala, as well as device charging stations in Captain...News Big Island pets can vie for spots in Aloha ʻĪlio Rescue’s 2027 Calendar
News Hawaiʻi emergency officials prepare federal disaster request after Lala
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Lala Hurricane victims 93-year-old May Doi and retired physicist John Hylas found by…
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Outstanding employees of Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services honored…
More than 300 acres authorized by state Land Board be transferred to Hawaiian Home Lands
Water service installation to cause traffic delays on Highway 130 in Puna
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Puna man charged with attempted car theft during Hurricane Lala emergency period
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Big Island News
Hawaii Island Community Health Center brings health care back to Nā‘ālehu with a mobile clinic
Even as its main facility remains closed due to severe flood damage, tbe Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center is spearheading efforts to restore healthcare access by deploying a mobile clinic next week.
Tropical Storm Moke tracking south of Big Island but flooding possible for areas hard hit by Lala
While the storm’s forecast track will be well south of Hawaiʻi, a flood watch goes into effect late Saturday for windward and southeast areas of the island that are still saturated from Hurricane Lala.
Wind advisory goes into effect later today for portions of Big Island
The strongest winds are expected tonight and through Sunday night as trade winds are enhanced while Tropical Storm Moke passes to the south and will impact leeward locations over mountain ridges, gaps and where winds blow downslope from higher terrain.
Frustration grows as 10,000 plus Hawaiian Electric customers reach a week without power, answers
Currently, about 11,290 Hawaiian Electric customers without power, including 9,300 in Puna and 1,300 in Kaʻū, the areas likely to be impacted the most in the state by approaching Tropical Storm Moke.
Big Island pets can vie for spots in Aloha ʻĪlio Rescue’s 2027 Calendar
Big Island pet owners can showcase their beloved pets while contributing to a good cause.
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Zephyr Insurance to open additional claim assistance centers next week on Big Island
The centers will provide in-person assistance to policyholders impacted by Hurricane Lala; meanwhile, Hawaiʻi County is providing hot showers in Pāhala, as well as device charging stations in Captain Cook, Pāhala and Nāʻālehu. Find these updates and more now.
Moke holding steady as it advances toward Hawaiʻi; Big Island forecast to feel brunt of impacts from new tropical storm
Flood watch will be in effect from late Saturday night through Monday afternoon as Moke is expected to bring total rainfall of 5 to 10 inches, with maximum amounts of 15 inches, to windward and southeast parts of the island, including those hard-hit a week ago by Hurricane Lala.
Hawaiʻi emergency officials prepare federal disaster request after Lala
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency is poised to request a federal disaster declaration as detailed assessments of Hurricane Lala’s devastation commence.
Ka‘ū strong: Community bands together to clear roads, deliver food and water to neighbors after Lala
“I think when you come to these rural communities, we kind of help ourselves. I mean, just looking at them right now, this is not a government agency, nor are they getting paid. It’s just people helping people.” — Nāʻālehu resident Kamakani Dancil
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union activates emergency relief program for Hurricane Lala victims
In the wake of Hurricane Lala’s devastation, Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union has unveiled its Emergency Member Relief Program, offering vital support through loans, payment deferrals, and penalty-free withdrawals.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 21-27: Plenty to do, but once again the weather could get in the way
It’s a smorgasbord of fun planned for everyone at events and activities around the island; unfortunately, another possible tropical cyclone could be headed our way, becoming the second most unwanted guest to the islands as early as this weekend.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 14-20 — weather permitting
There once again is no lack of fun happening during events around the Big Island this weekend and beyond; however, it will be extremely prudent to call ahead before you go in case there are cancellations caused by the impending possible tropical cyclone in the forecast.
Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site celebrating 54th anniversary with free Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Kamehameha the Great, the first person to unite the warring islands into the Kingdom of Hawai’i, had the major temple built by thousands and thousands of men from 1790 to 1791.
2026 ‘Ohina Labs application deadline quickly approaching for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
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Maui Now
Volcano Watch: A thank you letter to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory field technicians
Next time you listen to a scientist provide updates about ongoing volcanic activity, see a map showing locations of earthquakes or check the livestream cameras at Kīlauea summit for lava, take a moment to appreciate the team that works every day to keep the data flowing.
In wake of Lala, HING helps with wellness checks in remote Kaʻū, conducts 11 assessments on Maui
Hawaiʻi National Guard personnel assisted Maui County by integrating into eight joint damage assessment teams, completing 11 comprehensive assessments of storm-affected areas.
Moke strengthens slightly; Heavy rain, gusty winds expected to begin tonight on the Big Island
Tropical Storm Moke is gaining some strength this morning. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says heavy rain is forecast to impact the Big Island of Hawaiʻi late tonight, spreading westward across the remainder of the Hawaiian Islands Sunday into Monday. Although the strongest winds associated with Moke are expected to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands, strong gusty winds are likely, particularly in areas within and downslope of higher terrain.
Kaua‘i Now
US Coast Guard coordinates rescue from burning vessel more than 500 miles off Galapagos Islands
Coast Guard Southwest District watchstanders at about 8 p.m. Thursday received multiple distress alerts from the Ecuadorian fishing vessel Drennec; all 27 crewmembers were rescued from a lifeboat by a responding good Samaritan vessel.
Possible 1 to 2 inches of rain still forecast for Kaua‘i as Tropical Storm Moke moves south of state
With the compact nature and expected storm track south of the islands, the likelihood of tropical storm watches or warnings being necessary for the main Hawaiian Islands remains very low, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Transform crud into couture and show it off on the runway during 2026 Trashion Show
Garden Island Arts Council puts calls out for entries to participate in this special design contest and fashion show that challenges participants to rethink everyday rubbish or what otherwise might become trash by creating imaginative, unexpected and wearable art.
