East Hawai‘i News
Hilo Man Charged with Attempted Murder
The suspect, Atkinson Nakashima, allegedly used a machete during an altercation that occurred early Saturday morning.
Portions of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Shuttered Sunday
More areas of the popular national park were opened on Sunday, but Mauna Loa Road and Ka’u’s Kahuku Unit were kept closed.
Flood Advisory Posted for East Hawai’i
Near stationary heavy rain is showing up on radar over Hilo and other East Hawai’i areas.
Flood Advisory for Kona Area Expires
Coastal waters around the Big Island remain under a Small Craft Advisory until 6 p.m. Sunday.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Flood Warning Extended, Conditions to Improve
A gradual improvement in conditions is expected for Hawaii County starting tonight, but the threat for heavy rain still exists along the southeastern coast.
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Partially Reopens
Hurricane damage kept some of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park closed Saturday, including the Thurston Lava Tube, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, and Chain of Craters Road.
Small Numbers Turn Up at Big Island Red Cross Shelters
One shelter, Waiakea High School, did not have a single person walk in during Hurricane Ana’s presence around the island.
BREAKING: Flash Flood Warning, Wind Advisory for Hawai’i County
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported road closures due to flash flooding near Kawa Flats between 57 and 58 miles markers of the Mamalahoa Highway.
2 A.M. UPDATE: Tropical Storm Watch Cancelled
While the Tropical Storm Watch was cancelled, a flood advisory remains in effect for the Big Island until 4:30 a.m.
11 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, Tropical Storm Conditions Unlikely
The intensity of the Hurricane Ana has increased a bit since the last update and the track still brings Ana south of the islands through the forecast period.
BREAKING: Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
According to the National Weather Service, heavy rain was falling near Kapapala Ranch and Wood Valley at a rate of 2 – 3 inches per hour.
UHH, Hawai’i CC Weekend Operation Update
The University of Hawai’i System has announced an update on weekend operations for UH-Hilo and Hawai’i CC.
P&R Battle Against Fire Ants Continues
The Hawai’i County Parks and Recreation Department continues its ongoing efforts to fight fire ants.
HPD Looking for Missing Hilo Man
David Acasio, who does not have a permanent address, was last seen in Hilo on Thursday.
8 P.M. UPDATE: Impact Update on Hurricane Ana
No changes have been made to the alerts that are posted. The intensity has not changed since the last update but the track has been nudged farther west.
Police Release Oct. 17 List of Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, But Forecast Remains Unchanged
Gusts up to 40 miles per hour and waves reaching 15 feet have already been felt at South Point.
DLNR Closures as Ana Approaches
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has issued a list of closures of their managed areas as Hurricane Ana approaches.
Evacuation Sites to Open at Noon
The Hawai’i Red Cross will be opening five evacuation shelters throughout the island in anticipation of Tropical Storm Ana.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Upgraded to a Hurricane
Hurricane Ana is now a Category 1 Hurricane south of the Big Island.
