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Flash Flood Watch Continues for Big Island
The threat for flash flooding will start along the windward slopes of the Big Island early this morning, and spread to leeward areas around noon.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Big Island Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect until 6 AM HST Tuesday for south, north and east Big Island shores.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island.
Small Craft Advisory & Gale Watch Issued for Big Island Waters
The advisory and watch are in effect for Alenuihaha Channel and Big Island leeward and SE waters.
Cosme to Soon Weaken to Tropical Depression
Cosme is forecast to become a depression later today, degenerate into post-tropical remnant low on Monday and dissipate in the 72 to 96-hour time period.
How is DOE Addressing Soil Contaminants at Hawai‘i Schools?
Big Island Now follows up on the DOE’s promise to address concerns over contaminated soil found at 18 schools.
National Park Service Officer Involved in Shooting Incident
A Hawai‘i National Park Service law enforcement officer was involved in a shooting with the occupant of a stolen vehicle July 5 at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Big Island Waters
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 6 AM HST MONDAY
Barabara Fades, Cosme Forms
At 5 a.m., the center of newly formed Tropical Storm Cosme was located near latitude 15.6 North, longitude 115.7 West. Barbara now a post-tropical cyclone.
Explore Areas Far From the Crowds at Kīlauea Summit
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park rangers offer tips so all visitors have a positive and memorable time in the park.
UPDATE: Barbara to Bring Very High Surf to Big Island Shores
HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST-FACING SHORES OF THE BIG ISLAND AND MAUI UNTIL 6 PM MONDAY
Visit Volcano Winery for a Rainy Day Getaway
Volcano Winery is a little jewel found not far past the golf course…
Puna District Crime Report: June 2019
The Hawai‘i Police Department’s Puna Community Police responded to 14 burglaries, 32 thefts and 12 assaults in the Puna District in June 2019.
UPDATE 3: Barbara Expected to Cross Into Central Pacific Saturday Morning
Based on the latest forecast, Barbara is expected to cross longitude 140°W into the Central Pacific Saturday morning as a post-tropical low.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i May See Barbara Remnants in 4 to 5 Days
Rapid weakening is forecast and Barbara is expected to weaken to a tropical storm on Friday and become a post-tropical cyclone on Saturday.
Trump Administration to ‘Look for a Way to Add Citizenship Question to Census’
The Trump Administration changed course and told a federal judge that it would look for a way to add a citizenship question to the 2020 Census.
USGS Volcano Notification Service Informs Residents About Hawaiian Volcanoes
HVO notifications include Volcanic Activity Notices (VANs), Status Reports, Volcano Observatory Notices for Aviation (VONAs) and Information Statements.
Shaka Tea Relocates to Hilo
Shaka Tea relocates to Hilo, opening the first tea emporium exclusively focused on Hawaiʻi-grown teas; Mosese ʻŌhia joins as retail experience manager.
Kona-Kohala Chamber Honors Community Members with Pualu Awards
Winners across five categories were recognized at the recent KKCC annual Membership and Installation Luncheon at the Four Seasons Resort Hualālai.
Lawmakers & Others Ask Gov. Not to Veto Asset Forfeiture Bill
House Bill 748 would allow asset forfeiture only after a criminal is convicted of a felony.
