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Dengue: No New Cases, Transfer Station Hour Extensions
No new cases of dengue fever have been reported on the Big Island since March 23.
Beach Parks Closed Due to High Surf Reopen
High surf caused the closure of several beach parks in West Hawai’i Thursday. The beach parks have been reopened.
Hawaiian Electric Seeks to Expand Smart Grid Technology
In its proposal, Hawaiian Electric is requesting permission to install smart grid technology for near half-a-million customers on the Big Island, Maui County, and Oahu.
Kona Man Sought on Probation Violation, for Questioning
Police are looking for a 26-year-old man who is wanted for a probation violation and for questioning.
HPD Renews Request for Information on Stolen Boxing Gloves
According to police, the gloves were removed from a home in Hawaiian Beaches around mid-January.
VOLCANO WATCH: HVO Welcomes a New Seismic Network Manager
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory welcomes Brian Shiro, the observatory’s new Seismic Network Manager, in this week’s Volcano Watch.
Thursday Night Earthquake Upgraded to 4.7M
Just before 2 a.m., Hawaiian Volcano Observatory noted that the quake occurred north of the Big Island and east of Maui the evening prior.
Swells Fading Today, A Couple on the Horizon
Our current long period south-southwest swell is expected to continue trending down. Sunday into Monday a small southwest swell is expected to filter in with…
Trade Winds Expected to Slowly Build
Trade winds are forecast to gradually pick up in strength Friday through the rest of the weekend. The moderate trade winds will focus showers over windward areas…
No Tsunami Threat Following 4.4M Quake
According to PTWC, the earthquake occurred Thursday at 11:45 p.m. Hawai’i time.
Kona Woman Dies from Fatal Gunshot, Husband Arrested
A fatal shooting Thursday morning has led to the arrested of a Kona man.
Man Sought by Authorities for Assault
A 32-year-old Pa’auilo man is being sought after by the Hawai’i Police Department for assault.
3.0M Earthquake Near Honoka’a
The United States Geological Survey reports the earthquake took place at 1:37 p.m., seven miles north-northwest of Honoka’a at a depth of 8.9 miles.
No New Dengue Fever Cases Reported
The overall case count remains at 263, with no cases listed as “potentially infectious” to mosquitoes.
Stolen Tractor-Trailer Incident Leads to Arrest, Road Closure
Solomon Aloha Kepano, 30, was arrested on suspicion of first-degree theft, fourth-degree theft, third-degree criminal property damage, accident involving damage to a vehicle or property, and two counts of first-degree reckless endangering.
Local Flavors Galore at the Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair
Delicious, fun snacks await you at the Merrie Monarch Festival.
Pilipaa Street in Hilo Reopens Following Downed Lines
Pilipaa Street in Hilo has reopened, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.
UPDATE: High Surf Closes West Hawai’i Beaches
A High Surf Advisory for west facing shores has been upgraded to a High Surf Warning through 6 p.m. Thursday.
Gorgeous Weather for Merrie Monarch Festival
Light winds and mostly dry weather should continue through Thursday with trade winds gradually filling in Friday and into the weekend. During this time, windward…
