Big Island Coronavirus Updates
DOH Reports 271 New Cases of Coronavirus, 2 New Deaths
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 271 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, including two new fatalities, pushing the death toll over 80.
DOH Reports 211 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide, 4 Deaths
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 211 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 8,991.
Big Island Identifies Record Number of New COVID-19 Infections Wednesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 339 new cases of coronavirus on Wednesday and one new COVID-related death.
Restrictions to Return to Big Island Beaches for Labor Day
Hawai‘i County plans to take preventative action to stop the Labor Day Holiday from producing major COVID-19 spreading events amid the current surge on the Big Island.
Free COVID-19 Testing at Pāhoa Regional Park
No insurance is necessary to be tested, but bring your insurance card if you have one. No co-pay will be required for the individuals being tested.
State Launches Mandatory Safe Travels App
Safe Travels digitizes and simplifies the current paper-based process.
Hawai‘i Reports Deadliest Day of Pandemic With 7 Coronavirus-Related Deaths
Monday’s tally pushed the statewide death toll to 70, while 133 new cases of COVID-19 were reported across all islands, bringing Hawai‘i’s total infection count to 8,472.
Police Arrest 5 at Kahalu‘u Beach Park For Violation of COVID-19 Protocol
Wagner said when police arrived at around 5 p.m., they observed approximately 30 people under the pavilion. Police reported none of the individuals were wearing face masks or social distancing.
HMC Reports Two Coronavirus-Related Deaths
The Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home, the site of one of the main virus clusters in East Hawai‘i, has now produced 37 positive COVID-19 test results.
Big Island Passes Maui in Total Coronavirus Cases
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 200 new cases of coronavirus Sunday, pushing the statewide total to 8,339.
Big Island Reports First Coronavirus-Related Death
Case counts continue to push upward as the county carries on with extensive and targeted testing in East Hawai‘i communities linked to the current surge.
DOH Reports 3 New COVID-19-Related Deaths
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported three coronavirus-related deaths for the third day in a row, along with 310 new cases of COVID-19 statewide on Friday.
Mayor Says Big Island Won’t Lockdown Amid COVID-19 Surge
The mayor’s decision comes on the heels of record-setting numbers announced Friday, including 26 new positive COVID-19 patients and 117 active cases islandwide.
Free COVID-19 Testing on Big Island Saturday
Be sure to wear a face covering at all times and observe social distancing.
Korner Pocket Issued Red Placard for COVID-19 Violations
The Korner Pocket Bar and Grill, a Kealakekua restaurant on Hawai‘i Island, became the first Big Island business to be issued a red placard by the Department of Health’s Food Safety Branch for COVID-19 violations.
Hawai‘i Reports 4 More Deaths, as Big Island Active Cases of COVID-19 Pass 100
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported four coronavirus-related deaths for the second day in a row, along with 265 new cases of COVID-19 statewide on Friday.
HIDOE Extends Distance Learning in Hawai‘i
During the “Learn from Home” phase, schools will continue offering learning hubs on campus to provide connectivity for students who need it. Schools will also continue educational programming for vulnerable students as previously identified.
Hawai‘i Reports 4 Deaths, 306 New Coronavirus Cases Statewide
Active cases of coronavirus on the Big Island approach 100.
Free COVID-19 Testing in Hilo
Be sure to wear a face-covering at all times and observe social distancing.
Coronavirus Spikes on Big Island, DOH Reports 2 More Deaths
On Hawai‘i Island, two recent large gatherings are of particular concern: a beach gathering and a large funeral.
