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Hurricane Kit Checklist & Preparedness Tips
BigIslandNow.com has compiled some preparedness tips provided by organizations, government agencies and the Red Cross.
Hawai‘i Prepares for Hurricane Lane
The Hawai‘i DOT, in coordination with federal, state and county emergency managers, is preparing for possible impacts of Hurricane Lane.
6:30 PM: Civil Defense Update on Hurricane Lane
Lane is expected to turn toward the NW on Wednesday, followed by a turn toward the NNW on Thursday.
Hawaiian Practitioners Return Humpback to Ocean
The story of a juvenile koholā (humpback whale) that began in January 1986 when it stranded on the shore of Kūheia on the island of Kanaloa Kahoʻoawe.
Coast Guard Sets Big Island Ports at Condition X-RAY
Coast Guard sets port condition X-RAY for Big Island, WHISKEY for all other Hawaiian commercial ports
ahead of Hurricane Lane.
Some Beach Parks Close in Anticipation of Lane
As of 11 a.m., Category 3 Hurricane Lane is located approximately 580 miles SE of Hilo with sustained winds of 130 mph, moving west at approximately 12 mph.
‘Bad Faith’ and ‘Lava Exclusion’ Presentation to Be Held for Puna Residents
Attorney Jeffrey E. Foster will offer a free presentation and question-and-answer session for Puna residents on Aug. 23 regarding Lloyd’s of London litigation.
6 PM: Cat 4 Lane 515 Miles SE of Hilo
As of 5 a.m., Hurricane Lane is a Category 3 hurricane, approximately 615 miles SE of Hilo with sustained winds of 125 mph, moving west at approximately 14 mph.
HVNP Taking Steps Towards Park Recovery
HVNP reports that although it’s been more than two weeks since the summit area of Kīlauea was rocked by dangerous earthquakes and collapse-explosion events.
PHOTOS: No Collapse Events Since Aug. 2
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that Kīlauea Volcano’s summit, seen here from the northeast rim of the caldera, has remained quiet, with no collapse events since Aug. 2.
USGS Drops Kīlauea Volcano Alert Levels From ‘Warning’ to ‘Watch’
The U.S. Geological Survey has changed the alert levels for the Kīlauea Volcano from WARNING to WATCH.
Third Lava Lawsuit Filed Against Lloyd’s of London
Another lava lawsuit has been filed agains Lloyd’s of London according to Attorney Jeffrey Foster, who is representing Susie Osborne.
Civil Defense Announces Last Kīlauea Update, Unless Activity Changes
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reports that activity on the lower east rift zone of Kīlauea Volcano has diminished and remained quiet for over a week.
TS Lane May Become Another Close Encounter for Hawai‘i
Similar to Hurricane Hector over a week ago, which passed south of the Big Island with minimal impacts, Tropical Storm Lane may make a run at Hawai‘i next week.
Senate Condemns Attacks on Journalists as ‘Enemy of the People’
The resolutions affirms Congress’ support of the First Amendment and condemning attacks on the free press, which undermine the credibility of journalists and the press as a national institution.
Lagoon Created at Pohoiki, New Map of Lava Flow
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that a small lagoon has been created at the Pohoiki boat ramp as of Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018.
UPDATE: Eruption Paused or Pau? Puna Residents Continue Life in Limbo
Emergency officials answered questions posed by the community during the Puna meeting at the Pāhoa High School Cafeteria on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018.
DBEDT Releases 50th Edition of ‘State of Hawai‘i Data Book’
The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) released the 2017 edition of the “State of Hawaii Data Book” on Aug. 15, 2018.
Kīlauea Volcano Quiet for Over a Week
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that Kīlauea Volcano has remained quiet for over a week now, with no further collapse events at the summit.
Prize Money Offered to ‘Ōhiʻa Challenge Heroes
U.S. Department of the Interior offices and agencies are working in partnership on the ‘Ōhiʻa Challenge and offering prize money for solutions.
