East Hawai‘i News
Flood Advisory Issued Through 4:45 p.m
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory through 4:45 p.m.
Police Search for Missing Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing teenager Shalee Minamishin.
Late Night ‘Lights’ Likely Cosmos 1315 Payload
An overnight flash across the sky has a likely explanation.
Scheduled Road Closures Aug. 31 – Sept. 4
Temporary lane closures have been announced by the State Department of Transportation for the week of Aug. 31.
UPDATE: Ignacio Will Pass Above the Big Island
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Ignacio, while the National Hurricane Center is watching Hurricane Jimena.
Flood Advisory Issued Through 7 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island until 7 p.m.
11 p.m. UPDATE: Ignacio Expected to Rapidly Weaken
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is maintaining a watchful eye on Hurricane Ignacio, while the National Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
Downtown Business Watch Meeting Scheduled
The Downtown Hilo Improvement Association, along with the Hawai’i Police Department, will hold a Downtown Business Watch meeting next Thursday.
Monthly Siren, EAS Testing Canceled
Monthly siren and Emergency Alert System testing has been canceled to avoid confusion as Hurricane Ignacio nears.
Community Readiness for Potential Storm Impacts
Emergency preparations are urged as Hurricanes Ignacio and Jimena approach the islands.
Lane Closure Continues for Bridge Work
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation says road work will continue this weekend on the Umauma Bridge in Hakalau.
UPDATE: Hurricane Ignacio Likely Peaks
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is maintaining a watchful eye on Hurricane Ignacio, while the National Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
Police Release Aug. 28 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Ige Signs Emergency Proclamation
Governor David Ige signed an emergency proclamation Friday afternoon in anticipation of the arrival of Hurricane Ignacio.
Coast Guard Searches for Owner of Unmanned Kayak
The owner of an unmanned adrift orange kayak is being sought by the United States Coast Guard.
Brief Breakout Activity at Puʻu ʻŌʻō Reported
A lava flow began to erupt from a vent on the northeast side of Puʻu ʻŌʻō’s crater floor on Thursday, but ceased at Midnight, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
HPD Releases Image of Murder Victim
The Hawai’i Police Department has released images of a man found dead on Aug. 9 and his truck, which was later recovered.
U.S. Coast Guard Urges Storm Awareness
The United States Coast Guard is encouraging both residents and visitors to be aware of potential rough ocean conditions as storms approach.
HI-EMA Encourages Preparedness as Storms Approach
Officials across the state have banned together in preparation for potential severe weather impacts to the state.
