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Labor Day Big Island Weather Forecast
Light winds are expected to continue through the middle of the week as Jimena moves by to the north of the islands and continues to block our trade winds…
High Surf Warning Extended Yet Again
Jimena has prompted a high surf warning for east-facing shores of most islands which has been extended yet again…
Spear Tip Stolen from Hilo’s King Kamehameha Statue
The top section of the Hilo King Kamehameha statue spear has been stolen, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.
Jimena Dropped to Tropical Storm Status, Weakens
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena.
Waimea Fire Caused $200K in Damage
A structure fire Saturday afternoon in Waimea cause an estimated $200,000 in damage.
Hilo/Konawaena Football Game Moved to Monday
There will be Monday afternoon football in the BIIF as the postponed Hilo/Konawaena football game has been rescheduled for Sept. 7.
Weekend Lane Closure
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has released lane closure information for the weekend of Sept. 5.
Weekend Weather Trending Toward More Stable Conditions
Pop up heavy showers and thunderstorms are possible through Saturday because of an unstable and moist air mass over the state. Drier weather is expected as…
High Surf Warning Continues for East Shores While SSW Peaks
Hurricane Jimena is delivering a solid shot of east-southeast shifting east swell to the islands. This prompted a high surf warning for east-facing shores of…
Weather Cancels Hilo/Konawaena Game
Bad weather forced the cancellation of Friday night’s football game between Hilo and Konawaena.
UPDATE: Highway 11, Hualalai Road, Kuakini Highway Reopened
Highway 11 near the 108 mile marker and Hualalai Road at the intersection of Oni Oni Street have both now reopened.
Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Midnight
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning through 9:00 p.m.
HSPLS Libraries Will Observe Labor Day
Hawai’i State Public Library System libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will observe Labor Day.
Phase 2 of Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Begins
Phase 2 of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening project broke ground on Thursday in Kona.
Jimena Weakens, Moves NW Slowly East of Hawai’i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Hurricane Jimena.
Flood Watch Posted, Heavy Rain Possible Today
A humid and unstable air mass continues to linger so locally heavy showers and thunderstorms are possible through at least Friday and…
Jimena Swell Delivers Warning Level Swell
Hurricane Jimena is delivering a solid shot of east-southeast shifting east swell to the islands. This prompted a high surf warning for…
Police Charge Man in Auto Thefts
A 28-year-old Puna man has been charged in two stolen vehicle incidents.
September is the Month to Prepare
The month of September of is National Preparedness Month, and so far in the 2015 hurricane season, the Big Island has seen some drastic weather forces threaten the island.
KVBID Works to Continue Clean and Safe Initiatives
Since 2008, the Kailua Village Business Improvement District has worked to provide clean and safe community initiatives.
