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Experts Share Information with Concerned Volcano Village Residents
A community informational meeting was held at the Volcano Community Center on the evening of May 9.
Leilani Estates Burglary Suspect Arrested
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested a Pāhoa man in connection with the burglary of a residence in the Leilani Estates Subdivision.
Hilo Man, 18, Arrested for Possession of Illegal Stun Gun
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested and charged an 18-year-old Hilo man after he was found to be in possession of an illegal stun gun.
Gov. Ige Issues Presidential Disaster Declaration Request for Big Island
Gov. David Ige signed a request asking President Trump to declare Hawai‘i a major disaster as a result of the ongoing seismic activity and volcanic eruptions.
Gov. Ige Moves to Mitigate Risks to Puna Geothermal Venture
Puna Geothermal Venture is located on Kīlauea’s Lower East Rift Zone.
BBB Offers Guidance on Crowdfunding Sites for Volcano Victims
Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific is urging donors to do their research before donating to a crowdsourcing campaign.
Big Island Residents Urged to Donate Food at Mail Boxes on May 12
Big Island residents are urged to place non-perishable food items next to their mailboxes for pickup on May 12 before their usual mail pickup time.
May 9 Update: How You Can Help Puna Residents
Need grows for additional large-volume meal donations from restaurants and certified kitchens; volunteers are also needed at The Salvation Army’s thrift stores.
Puna Residents Express Concerns at Pāhoa Meeting
Community members and Hawai‘i officials discussed ongoing issues related to Kilauea’s more recent eruptions: water, air, electricity and Puna Geothermal Venture.
Big Island Firefighters Douse Marine Debris Beach Blazes
Marine Debris fires at remote Ka‘ū beach alarm beachgoers, prompt environmental warnings.
Paradise Helicopters Assists Residents Affected by Volcanic Activity
Paradise Helicopters has launched several efforts to assist communities affected by the recent volcanic activity on Hawai‘i Island.
Emergency Water Restrictions for Residents Affected by Lava Flow
DWS completed the installation of a temporary bypass waterline to restore service to the area. However, refilling of waterlines and tanks will take some time.
Hawai‘i DOH Warning: Stay Out of Alaialoa, Kaohaoha Gulches
Department of Health warns public about contaminated water in Alaialoa and Kaohaoha Gulches near O‘okala Town on Hawai‘i Island.
How You Can Help Leilani Estates Residents
Need continues for large volume meal donations from restaurants and certified kitchens for meal service at shelters starting Wednesday, May 9.
New Hours at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on Monday announced that new operating hours for visitation will be 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily until further notice.
State: Puna Residents Should Contact Insurance Companies
Puna residents should work with their agent to understand what is covered and what is not.
HDOT Preparing Highway 130 Alternate Route
Preparation of an alternative route in Puna are in progress should Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road (Highway 130) be cut off by the Kīlauea Volcano East Rift Zone Eruption.
Two Arrested for Disregarding Leilani Estates Roadblocks
Hawaiʻi Island police report that two arrests have were made within the Leilani Estates subdivision.
Reports of Downed Power Lines in Leilani Estates
Downed power lines seen in Leilani Estates, residents urged to be alert, stay back from utility equipment.
Homelessness in Hawai‘i Decreases 10%
Hawai‘i’s homeless population has decreased for the second consecutive year across the state; Hawai‘i County saw an 8.8% decrease.
