East Hawai‘i News
Local Salvation Army Prepares to Aid in Lava Relief
Big Island Salvation Army personnel are preparing to mobilize resources to respond the June 27 lava flow that is expected to cross Highway 130.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/30/14
The June 27 lava flow is about 160 yards from Pahoa Village Road and remains active as it continues to move through a residential area.
Woman and Missing Child Located in Hilo
A 30-year-old woman and 1-year-old child who were previously reported missing have been located in Hilo.
Arc of Hilo Work to Cause Water Shut Off
A temporary water shut off has been scheduled by the Department of Water Supply for Nov. 1 as a waterline is connected for the Arc of Hilo Site Improvement Project.
UPDATE: Missing Woman and Baby Last Seen in Hilo
A 30-year-woman and her baby, last seen in downtown Hilo, have been reported missing.
Suspect Linked to Pair of Hilo Burglaries
Alexander Bacdad, 25, was connected to robberies on Leilani Street and Kalanianaole Avenue in Hilo.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/29/14
The June 27 lava flow continues its active movement and is currently about 240 yards from Pahoa Village Road traveling through a residential area.
Kua O Ka La Public Charter School Prepares for Lava Cut off
Kua O Ka La Public Charter School will open a second site in Hilo in preparation for the potential effects of the June 27 lava flow crossing Highway 130.
Hawai’i Electric Light Utility Pole Impacted by Lava
Hawai’i Electric Light has announced that it appears that one of its poles that has been reached by lava is beginning to show the impacts of the heat.
June 27 Lava Flow Evening Update – 10/28/14
The June 27 lava flow has advanced approximately 45 yards since 1:30 p.m. and is about 370 yards from Pahoa Village Road.
After Hour Wi-Fi at Pahoa Public & School Library
The Pahoa Public & School Library will remain open as long as conditions are safe. Additionally the library will offer free after hours Wi-Fi service.
Pahoa Village Road Temporary Water Shut-Off
The Department of Water Supply announced a temporary water shut-off for this afternoon along Pahoa Village Road for valve installation work.
Pahoa Polling Places Adjusted
According to the Office of Elections, voters north of the lava flow are being asked to either vote absentee, early in Nanawale, or in Paradise Park on Nov. 4.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/28/14
The June 27 lava flow continues its movement through a residential area and towards Pahoa Village Road and one structure has been impacted by the flow.
DOE Announces Contingency Plans as Lava Approaches Pahoa
Approximately 850 students will be moving to Kea’au complex schools as lava threatens the Pahoa community.
June 27 Lava Flow Evening Update – 10/27/14
The June 27 lava flow front has advanced 20 yards since 1:40 p.m. Monday. The nearest residential property remains 70 yards from the flow front.
Hele-On Adjusts Stops as Lava Nears
Hele-On has adjusted stop locations as Pahoa Village Road closes in anticipation of lava.
HPD Weekly Statistical Breakdown: 17 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 11.2 percent as compared to last year, while major accidents continue to increase.
Water Supply Prepares for Lava Flow
If lava from Kilauea Volcano reaches Pahoa Village Road, the Department of Water Supply will shut off valves around the area, decreasing water pressure for surrounding customers.
Trenching To Close Bayfront Highway
Bayfront Highway from the Waianuenue Avenue intersection to Pauahi Street will close overnight Wednesday.
