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Explosive Event Occurring About Every 28 Hours
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos and video of the East Rift Zone on Monday, July 2, 2018.
Safety Restrictions on Speed, Parking Remain for Highway 130
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reminds the public that the speed limit on Highway 130 (Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road) has been lowered.
Community Meeting: Future of Puna
A few hundred Puna residents turned out for the Future of Puna meeting on June 30, 2018.
NEW PHOTOS: East Rift Zone, Kīlauea Summit
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department took these photos of the East Rift Zone on an overflight on Saturday, June 30, 2018.
4 West Hawai‘i Parks to Close Early on 4th
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Division of State Parks will conduct early closures of four West Hawai‘i parks on the Fourth of July holiday.
Emergency Siren Test, June 2, 11:45 AM
The emergency alert warning sirens will be tested on Monday, June 2, 2018, at 11:45 a.m.
Preserving Memories of Kapoho
After losing their home to a raging river of lava, a Kapoho family is rallying to preserve precious memories for the community.
HPD Alert: Mentally Unstable Hawi Man Reported Missing
Hawai’i Island police seek the public’s help in locating a missing “at-risk” person.
6 PM: Kalapana Vacation Rentals & Business Can Resume as Normal
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Overflight Video: ‘More Homes Destroyed’
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Saturday, July 1, 2018.
6 PM: Vog to Push to South & West
The U.S. Geological Survey released a map, GIF animation and photos of the East Rift Zone.
Overflight Video: ‘Another Home Lost’
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Saturday, June 30, 2018.
Rep. Gabbard Visits East Hawai‘i
On Saturday, June 30, 2018, on Hawaiʻi Island, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard attended a Hilo Pride event at the Hilo Moʻoheau Bandstand.
Overflight Video: ‘Pele Destroys Kapoho Homes’
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Friday, June 29, 2018.
Reps Urges DOA to Provide Maximum for Volcano-Impacted Farmers
The Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide the maximum assistance possible to Hawai‘i farmers.
Free Baseball Clinic in Hilo
Hawai‘i Chevrolet Dealers will hold a free baseball clinic on Tuesday, July 17, from 10 a.m to 1 p.m at the Francis Wong Stadium.
Man Cited for Using Drone in Disaster Area
DLNR reports that on Thursday, June 28, 2018, 43-year-old Roman V. Andryushkin, of Russia was contacted while in a closed disaster area.
5 PM: Two More Structures Destroyed
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that Fissure 8 continues to be very active and is feeding a lava channel to the ocean at Kapoho.
Senate Passes Hirono Provision to Help Volcano-Impacted Farmers
Sen. Mazie Hirono successfully included a provision in the 2018 Senate Farm Bill that would allow volcano-impacted farmers to retroactively apply for coverage.
