East Hawai‘i News
Obama Signs Disaster Declaration for Pahoa Lava Flow
By signing the declaration, President Obama authorizes the use of the Public Assistance Program and Hazardous Mitigation Grant Program to aid county and state efforts.
June 27 Lava Flow Afternoon Update – 11/3/14
Although the June 27 lava flow has remained stalled since late last week, authorities are paying careful attention to a breakout 2 miles upslope.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/3/14
The flow front of the June 27 lava flow has remained stalled since Thursday. Gradual inflation was recorded by the tiltmeters at Kilauea’s summit.
June 27 Lava Flow Weekend Update – 11/2/14
The June 27 lava flow front did not advance over the weekend and remains 480 feet from Pahoa Village Road. The flow is active and activity continues upslope.
Puna Break-In Leads to Heightened Punishment
A 33-year-old Honomu man will face a heightened punishment for breaking into a Puna home during a emergency declaration.
Three Arrested, One Charged in Kaumana Burglary
One of the three suspects, Tyler Leopoldino of Hilo, remains in custody prior to his initial court appearance on Monday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/31/14
The front of the June 27 lava flow has not advanced since Thursday. Many breakouts, beginning 77 yards behind the flow front, remain active and continued movement overnight.
Two Puna Residents Arrested After Playing in Lava
Two Puna residents were arrested Thursday after HPD received a call that the pair were in the area of an active flow.
Police Release Oct. 31 List of Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
PTA Opening Several Areas for Bird Hunting
Pohakuloa Training Area officials are opening several training areas for bird hunting on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Second Man Arrested in Pair of Hilo Burglaries
Justin Yamauchi, 19, was arrested Thursday for his role in robberies on Leilani Street and Kalanianaole Avenue late Monday night.
June 27 Lava Flow Afternoon Update – 10/30/14
The June 27 lava flow is currently 470 feet from Pahoa Village Road and 0.47 miles from Highway 130, moving at a very slow advancement rate.
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.
