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Hawai‘i Police Department hosting Fill a Police Cruiser Kōkua events to support Lala recovery
The department’s Kona and Hilo community policing sections are partnering with local businesses and community organizations to collect essential supplies for individuals and families affected by the hurricane. Collection events are planned for Aug. 20 in Kona and Hilo.
Charter school secures permanent Kona roots with purchase of West Hawai‘i Today building
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy solidifies its presence in the Kona community with the $7.4 million purchase of the West Hawaiʻi Today building, promising to expand its innovative educational programs by 2028.
Police investigating body of man in his 60s found in pasture off Highway 11 in Ka‘ū
Police think the death appears to be related to impacts from Hurricane Lala and the extreme weather conditions associated with the storm; foul play is not suspected at this time.
Department of Transportation reports that no Hawaiʻi Island communities remain isolated
First responders and Ka‘u residents can now access areas along Māmalahoa Highway except for a section fronting Pāhala Hospital.
Hawaiian Electric to host Community Resilience Fair in North Kohala
Mark your calendars now for the Aug. 29 event at Hisaoka Gym in Kamehameha Park focused on wildfire safety, emergency preparedness and planning.
Hawaiʻi residents urged to quickly file insurance claims following Hurricane Lala
Contact your insurance company or agent right away to report the loss if your home, vehicle or personal property was damaged. Ask for your claim number and confirm any filing or documentation submission deadlines.
Zephyr Insurance to open claim assistance center on Big Island
Policyholders are encouraged to reserve a time in advance; walk-ins will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis as time permits.
Lala struck in darkness. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog
Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is handling Hurricane Lala recovery operations day by day, hour by hour
On Monday, volunteers handed out bottled water, groceries, chili made by a community member and 200 burritos donated by Luquins Mexican Restaurant in Pāhoa.
Hurricane Lala leaves native birds injured, grounded across Hawaiʻi Island
Following Hurricane Lala, Hawaiʻi Island officials urge locals to exercise caution as they may encounter displaced or injured native birds.
Lala Recovery: 6 bridges not destroyed as feared, but plenty of damage to repair, debris to cleanup
“The Ka‘ū District is actually going to become accessible in just days instead of weeks or months like some people had worried,” Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda said.
Kaʻū water systems issue precautionary boil notice for customers in Punaluʻu, Wood Valley
Punaluʻu Water and Sanitation serves about 200 customers along ʻAlahaki, Nīnole roads in Punaluʻu area; Wood Valley Water and Farm Co-op serves about 100 customers in Wood Valley.
Police identify 93-year-old victim of Hurricane Lala, a former elementary school teacher on the Big Island
A resident of Nāʻālehu said the victim, who was identified by police as May Doi, had lived by herself and was tiny, under 100 pounds.
Department of Water Supply issues precautionary water boil notice for Pāhala
Due to the impact of Hurricane Lala, residents in Pāhala are under a boil-water advisory, requiring all drinking and cooking water to be boiled following system damage
Magnitude 4.1 earthquake shakes Big island near Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo
This earthquake is likely an aftershock of the magnitude 6.0 that occurred on May 23.
UPDATE: 911 Services back online in Hawaiʻi County, but carrier disruptions continue
The County of Hawaiʻi confirms that 911 services are now restored after disruptions.
Nine Hawaiʻi Island locations set for water distribution Monday afternoon
Water distribution will begin at 3 p.m. today across nine designated locations on Hawaiʻi Island for those affected by Hurricane Lala.
Cut off Kaʻū Hospital now has access; path cleared on Highway 11 for first responders and staff
The rural hospital with 17 patients had been isolated due to raging floodwaters from Hurricane Lala leaving portions of Highway 11 impassable or washed out.
Salvation Army mobilizes meal services on Big Island for people displaced by Hurricane Lala
The Salvation Army is navigating operational complications compounded by washed-out roads and widespread power outages to serve remote and rural-area needs.
Business Monday: Hilo baker nears goal of making 12,000 macarons for Made in Hawaiʻi Festival
For her third showing at the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival, Nikki Savella and her team at Cupcakes, BOOM! are on the brink of baking 12,000 handcrafted macarons for the event.
