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UPDATE: Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service Flood Watch continues for Hawai‘i Island through today.
UPDATE: Earth Day Energy Summit 2018 Live Stream, April 20
Tune in to Elemental Excelerator’s livestream to hear from leaders in energy, transportation, education, and innovation from Hawaii and beyond.
Sen. Schatz Urges FEMA, SBA to Quickly Approve Aid Requests
Sen. Brian Schatz requested that the federal agencies stand ready to approve any forthcoming requests from the state.
Keaukaha Elementary Principal Semi-Finalist for Leadership Award
The Island Insurance Foundation presented a $2,000 cash award to and Principal Stacey Bello of Keaukaha Elementary.
Do Recent Changes Herald Opening of New Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō Vent?
A clear pattern of activity has recently developed at Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō, the current vent on Kīlauea Volcano’s East Rift Zone.
Hawai‘i County to Bar Vendors from Roadways, Shoulders
Hawai’i County plans to enforce an ordinance that bars vendors from operating on county roadways and shoulders… focusing on those operating in the Kalapana area.
Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Cases Stem From Ulua Off NW Big Island Coast
The DOH recently identified several cases of ciguatera fish poisoning from ingestion of the giant trevally (ulua) caught off the NW coast of Hawai‘i Island.
North Hawai‘i Community Hospital Recognized Volunteers
The hospital’s volunteers were recognized on Thursday, April 18, 2018, at a special luncheon created by the nutrition services staff, as part of National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
“It’s not IF, but WHEN” – Tsunami Education is Key
The State of Hawaii named April as Tsunami Awareness Month in the 1990s. On April 1, 1946 a tsunami from the Aleutian islands surprised the State. At the time…
Many Kaua‘i Parks Remain Closed
Numerous state parks on Kaua‘i will remain closed for assessment and repairs.
2018 Queen Lili‘uokalani Long-Distance Outrigger Canoe Races to Begin
The 2018 Queen Lili‘uokalani Long Distance Outrigger Canoe Races will welcome paddlers from around the world for exciting canoe racing from Aug. 30 through Sept. 3.
Scammers Pursue Profit From Kaua‘i Tragedy
Scammers may be looking at ways to benefit from the tragedy on Kaua‘i. Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific is urging donors to give thoughtfully.
Five Fun Eco-Friendly Tours for Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day on Sunday, April 22, our green, fun-seeking Big Island Now staff suggests five eco-friendly activities to get you closer to nature.
HPD Warns of ‘Spoofing Scam’
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department wants to make the public aware of a “Spoofing Scam” currently being targeted on the island.
Structure Fire in Hilo
Hawai‘i Fire Department units dispatched to a possible brushfire on Hoaka Road in Hilo on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at 10:17 p.m.
VIDEO: DLNR Conducts Aerial Assessment of Kaua‘i Flood Damage
A DLNR aerial assessment showed that Kaua‘i’s lands were left less impacted by last weekend’s flooding, while others were more devastated than originally thought.
UPDATE: Fatality Reported in Fuel Tractor-Trailer Crash
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports that one person died and another person was trapped and injured.
Goodfellow Bros. Awarded Pōhakuloa Quarry Contract
The U.S. Army has awarded Goodfellow Bros. Inc. a $34.9 million contract for the production of blue rock basalt in Pōhakuloa Quarry.
Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorms to Begin on Big Island
The National Weather Service forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for Hawai‘i Island starting tonight through Saturday.
Tanker Truck Fire Closes Hwy 19 in Laupahoehoe
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports Highway 19 near mile marker 25 in Laupahoehoe is closed in both directions due to a truck fire from an accident.
