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Forecast: Afternoon Showers Could Linger Today
Our weather is expected to be generally dry for the next few days, but a disturbance near the Big Island of Hawaii is forecast to linger through the weekend. This trough produced enough…
Storm in NW Pacific Generating First Big Swell
Back to back pulses out of the North Pacific are lining up this weekend and early next week. The first storm has developed in the northwest Pacific…
A Dream Come True Ice Cream Fundraiser
Have fun and support Big Island terminally and chronically ill keiki by attending the “All You Can Eat Ice Cream Party” on Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
15 Vie for $25,000 to Start a Business
Fifteen local entrepreneurs are vying for a $25,000 prize in venture capital to launch a new business.
Weather Mellows Out Through Weekend
Trade wind weather is expected through early next week. More stable conditions are forecast to gradually filter in across the state …
Small South Today, New NW Pulses Soon
Minimal south-southwest energy this week. A south swell builds Wednesday and peaks Thursday…
IRONMAN Participants & Spectators Urged to ‘Fight the Bite’
Take precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes to reduce the risk of spreading diseases, including Zika, dengue and chikungunya.
Island Volunteers Head to Florida in Anticipation of Hurricane
Hurricane Matthew has the potential to impact multiple states, threaten millions and potentially force thousands to seek emergency shelter.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended to 11:15 AM
At 5:06 a.m. this morning, The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i in Hawai‘i County to 8:15 a.m.
Trade Swell Continues, New NW Swells Soon
Back to back pulses out of the North Pacific are possible this weekend and early next week. Will keep an eye…
Flood Risk Remains Due to High Moisture, Instability
Flood advisories have been posted for the Hilo side through the night and into early this morning. High moisture and unstable conditions mean the unsettled weather…
Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Kohala Mountains
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to a 9:26 a.m. report of a downed helicopter in the Kohala Mountains in or near the Pu‘u O Umi Natural Area Reserve.
Mike Frater to Hold Speed Clinics for Young Athletes
Three-time Olympian and Gold Medalist Mike Frater is one of Jamaica’s most honored athletes.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Warning in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island at 3:23 a.m., Oct. 4.
Surf Forecast, Trade Swell Begins to Back Down
Small northwest swell expected for the middle of the week, but the Big island is mostly…
Today’s Forecast, Flood Watch Extended
An unsettled trade wind weather pattern is forecast to continue through Wednesday. Big Island is still under a Flash Flood Watch due to the wet weather conditions. The potential for locally…
Warning: Shark Incidents Spike in the Fall
The DLNR recommends ocean users exercise a little more caution this month especially, and also through the end of the year.
Hawaii Preparatory Academy to Host Admission Events
Prospective students entering grades 9–12 and their parents can register for one of four Preview Days that will be held on Oct. 10, Nov. 10, Dec. 2 and Jan. 16.
Puna Geothermal Reports Steam Release
At 2:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 3, Puna Geothermal reported a release of steam at its plant.
UPDATE: Water Conservation Notice Issued for Hilo
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply reported a main break in the Upper Hilo Water System on Sunday, Oct. 2, at 11:15 p.m.
