East Hawaii News
Juvenile Dies from Gunshot Wound in Mountain View
The juvenile, whose age and identity was not released, was pronounced dead on Saturday after being taken off of life support.
HVO Monitoring Lava Breakout Moving Through Forest
The most distal of the breakouts, according to HVO, has advanced about 4.7 miles to the northeast of Puʻu ʻŌʻō.
Dengue Fever Case Count Remains at 263
The current dengue fever count sits at 263, with 237 Big Island residents and 26 visitors having been infected with the illness.
Navigational Buoys at Hilo Harbor Moved Ahead of Dredging Work
Maintenance work is being done at five harbors across the state through March and April, including Hilo Harbor.
Woman Struck by Vehicle in Kea’au Dies
HPD officers determined that the woman may have been walking towards Pahoa when she was struck by a 2003 Ford Ranger pick-up truck, which was traveling south.
HPD Warns Residents of IRS Phone Scam
To report a scam call, e-mail the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration and the IRS at phishing@irs.gov.
Scheduled Lane Closures March 28 – April 1
Various roadwork projects continues this week, causing temporary road closures.
No Tsunami Generated from Maui Earthquake
According to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the 3.6 magnitude earthquake was centered in West Maui. It occurred at 4:04 a.m.
HFD: Scrap Metal Fire Under Investigation
Loss was estimated at $6,000, and approximately $300,000 in property was saved.
Sanders Wins Hawai’i Presidential Preference Poll
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders received 70 percent of the votes cast, while Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received 30 percent of votes.
Four Cases of Mosquito Borne Viruses Under Investigation on Oahu
The cases include an individual who traveled to Latin America and returned to the state ill.
Merrie Monarch Festival Events: March 27-29
The 53rd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival is about to get underway in Hilo.
Weekend Road Work
Various lane closures associated with ongoing road work will continue throughout the weekend.
UPDATE: Flood Warning Extended to 2:30 a.m. Saturday
The Flash Flood Warning has been extended through 2:30 a.m., Saturday.
TRAFFIC UPDATE: Closures Reported Along Highway 19
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that significant flooding in the area is occurring.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch, Warning Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning and a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island.
Dengue: No New Cases Confirmed
On Wednesday, a new case was confirmed by Hawai’i Department of Health officials. That case remains listed by DOH as “potentially infectious” to mosquitoes with an onset of illness of March 17.
Police Release March 24 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
KMA to Open for Weekend Turkey Hunting
Keamuku Maneuver Area will open this weekend for turkey hunting.
Officer and Fire Fighter of the Year Awardees Honored
The pair was honored by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i during a dinner ceremony on Thursday.
