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Multiple Road Closures Caused by Heavy Winds
High winds, gusting up to 55 miles per hour in some areas of the island, are causing downed trees and power lines. Several roads have been closed due to the windy conditions.
Front Expected This Weekend
A cold front will move across the islands bringing strong and gusty southwest winds especially north and east of the mountains. The front is expected to weaken…
High Surf Advisory Posted for South and West Shores
Shorter period mix of northwesterly swells expected today mainly showing for the Hilo side. Kona side is blocked from that particular swell but…
Malama Market to Reopen March 18
Malama Market is scheduled to reopen it’s doors on March 18 following a three month closure.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/13/15
June 27 lava flow activity continues to show no advancement in downslope areas. Activity, including breakouts, are apparent upslope.
Police Search for Wanted Ka’u Man
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a Ka’u man wanted for abuse.
Fading Swell Today, More Swells Ahead
Our current swell is slowly fading today. The Kona side is no longer under a High Surf Advisory. The broader angle of the swell today will bring bigger waves to…
Front Expected This Weekend
Southwest winds might usher in a few showers on Friday as a front approaches from the northwest. The southwest winds are expected to become stronger ahead…
DLNR Arrests Man for Illegal Lava Tours
A 24-year-old Hilo man was arrested Wednesday for conducting illegal lava tours in the Kahaualea Natural Reserve Area.
Scheduled Water Shut-Off in Hilo Friday
A temporary water shut-off along Kamehameha Avenue between Manono Street and Pauahi Street in Hilo is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 13.
Pahoa Wins Low-Scoring Duel Over KS-Hawai’i
Pahoa won a low-scoring contest over Division I foe Kamehameha-Hawai’i, carried by Keinan Agonias’ 24 points.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/12/15
Downslope advancement of the June 27 lava flow continues to remain stalled, as activity continues to brew upslope.
Stolen Vehicle Suspect Arrested and Charged
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested and charged a 33-year-old Honomu man in connection to a stolen vehicle incident.
Sunny Skies, Afternoon Haze Expected Today
Dry and stable conditions are expected over the state through Thursday. Winds will become southwest and rapidly strengthen on Friday as a front …
Shifting Swell Maintains Wave Heights For North Exposures
Our current swell is maintaining wave heights today. This large swell prompted a High Surf Advisory for the Kona coast which is still in effect…
British Council Funds New Big Island Vog Study
A new study on vog is being conducted by Dr. Claire Horwell in coordination with Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Landline, Cell, Internet Outages in West Hawai’i
A broken fiber optic line has affected phone and internet service in West Hawai’i.
No Tsunami Threat Following Chile 6.9 M Quake
No tsunami threat has been generated following a 6.9 magnitude earthquake in northern Chile Wednesday morning.
UPDATE: June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/11/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense’s morning overflight for Wednesday was delayed. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory personnel conducted a Tuesday afternoon assessment.
Cooler, Drier Conditions in Wake of Front
Cooler and drier conditions with stable low clouds are expected to move in over the state from the northwest. Light northerly winds should increase…
