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Civil Defense Evening Update on PGV
This is a Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Message for Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at 6:30 p.m.
New Map Shows ‘Ponding Lava’ Near PGV
The U.S. Geological Survey released this map as of 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2018, showing “ponding lava” near the Puna Geothermal Ventures (PGV) site.
Free Ash Mask Distribution Locations, May 23–26
The Hawai‘i County Mayor’s Office announces that to protect yourself from breathing volcanic ash, free N95 masks will be distributed.
Update and Pictures of East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey released these pictures of the current activity in the Lower East Rift Zone on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.
Supplementary Emergency Proclamation for Big Island
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim has signed a Supplementary Emergency Proclamation on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.
Noon Update: Eruptions and Lava Flows Continue
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to monitor highly active vents and lava flows.
Meteorologist Malika Dudley, Sister Emily Clearwater Interview With BBC World News
Big Island Now Meteorologist, and Hilo native, Malika Dudley was interviewed on BBC World News this evening. She answers questions about the current concerns for residents on the Big Island, including the laze hazard. Her sister, Emily (Dudley) Clearwater, a resident of the Puna district whose home and land has been covered in lava was also interviewed. Malika wraps the interview up talking about how the chemical composition of the lava has changed and how that has affected the rate at which the lava is flowing presently. Watch the video for more.
Another Eruption at Kīlauea Summit, Lava Crosses Onto PGV Property
This is a Civil Defense message for Monday, May 22, 2018, at 6 p.m.
Salvation Army Update on Evacuations: 9,032 Meals Served
The Salvation Army announces that Emergency Disaster Services [EDS] personnel and volunteers are supporting those affected by the Puna lava flow.
New Map of East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey released this map as of Monday, May 21, 2018, at 8 a.m.
Lava Continues to Flow Into Ocean
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos showing Fissure 22 continues to erupt and flows into the sea.
Explosive Eruption at Kīlauea Summit
This is a Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Message for Monday, May 21, 2018, for the area of Ka‘ū.
Sen. Hirono Visits Volcano-Impacted Communities in Puna
On Sunday, May 20, 2018, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono visited with Hawai‘i Island residents who have been displaced by volcanic activity in lower Puna.
Coast Guard Enforces Lower Puna Safety Zone in Vicinity of Kīlauea Lava Flow
The U.S. Coast Guard is enforcing a Lava Entry Safety Zone for the navigable waters surrounding the Kīlauea Volcano active lava flow entries.
Photos: Fissure 20 Lava Flow Reaches the Ocean
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that late last night, the fissure 20 lava flow reached the ocean.
6 P.M. Lava Update: Community Meeting TUESDAY
Two lava flows have entered the ocean off Highway 137 near MacKenzie State Park.
Lava Flow Crosses Highway, Enters Ocean
This is a Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Message for Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 11 p.m.
UPDATE: Flow Splits Into Two Lobes, Both Heading for Highway
This is a Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Message for Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 9 p.m.
Video: Eruption of Lava and Ground Cracking Continues
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that eruption of lava and ground cracking in the area of Leilani Estates subdivision continues.
