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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.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Advisory Issued Through 5 PM
At 3:29 a.m. on Oct. 3, the National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island from 4 a.m. today through Tuesday afternoon.
October is Wayfinding Month: Celebration of an Ancient Art
The community is invited to celebrate the art of non-instrument navigation with a month full of festivities.
Volunteers Sought for Summit Stewardship Program
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is seeking volunteers for the “Stewardship at the Summit” program for October through December 2016.
UPDATE: Puna Geothermal Reports Steam Release
Puna Geothermal reported a release of steam from one of its wells on Thursday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m.
Surf Report for Big Island
Your daily Big Island surf forecast including surf heights, tides, projected winds, surface maps and swell direction charts.
Weather Forecast for Big Island
Your daily Big Island weather forecast including high and low temperatures, winds, precipitation and cloud cover.
Kona Coffee Festival Calls for Volunteers
Festival organizers are looking for friendly, reliable volunteers of all ages to help throughout the 10 days of events.
UPDATE: Inmate Fails to Return to Hale Nani
Extended furlough inmate Shawn Ka‘awa failed to report to the Hale Nani Reintegration Center for his scheduled check-in last night.
Volcanoes Park Centennial Events for October
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continues its 100th anniversary celebration, sharing Hawaiian culture and After Dark in the Park programs with the public…
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Former Israel President
The US and Hawai‘i state flag will be flown at half-staff now until sunset on Sept. 30, 2016.
Today’s Surf Report for Big Island
Your daily Big Island surf forecast including surf heights, tides, projected winds, surface maps and swell direction charts.
