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Gusty Southwest Winds, Front on The Way
A Special Weather Statement has been issued by the National Weather Service. A strong front is expected to impact the Big Island early Saturday….
Surf Energy Lingers Through Weekend
A mix of north and northwest swell energy is expected through the end of the week. Energy lingers into the weekend as it fades out. A bit jumbled…
Autopsy on Wailea Beach Victim Completed
Autopsy reports show that David Green Thompson’s death while swimming off the coast of Wailea Beach in Puako Sunday was due to asphyxia due to drowning.
One Person Found Dead in Ocean View House Fire
Hawai’i County Fire Department crew members found one of the occupants of a burning Lehua Lane home dead while battling the blaze.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/1/15
The June 27 lava flow begins the New Year stalled, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense. The flow front remains 0.5 miles from the Highway 130 intersection.
Advisory Level Surf For First Day of 2015
A mix of north and northwest swell energy is expected through the end of the week. Energy lingers into the weekend as it fades out. Since…
New Year, New Front
Quiet, cool conditions are expected to start the new year, as very dry air streaming in from the north dominates our weather. Another cold front sweeping…
Volcanoes National Park Master Mechanic Retires
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park master mechanic Harold Mulliken will retire after 25 years of service.
UPDATE: Walmart Clothing Fire Remains Under Investigation
Walmart reopened Tuesday night at 9 p.m., nearly five hours after a fire in the men’s clothing section forced an evacuation.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/31/14
After three days and about 150 yards, the June 27 lava flow has once again stalled, this time 0.5 miles from the Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road intersection.
New Swells as we Head Into The New Year
We expect a boost of surf energy out of the northwest Wednesday and through the end of the week. Energy lingers into the weekend…
Big Island New Year’s Eve Forecast
Very cool, brisk winds will spread across the islands behind the front Wednesday into New Year’s Day. We expect clearing with cool temperatures by early…
Clothing Fire Forces Evacuation of Hilo Walmart
At 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, smoke was seen coming from the men’s clothing section of the Hilo Walmart store.
West Hawai’i State Parks to Close Early Wednesday
The Department of Land and Natural Resources will close state parks in West Hawai’i early on Wednesday to discourage use of fireworks in the areas.
Survey: Air Quality, Finances Top Concerns for Puna Residents
Other top concerns raised by Puna residents in the most recent June 27 Lava Flow Community Needs Survey include impact on communications and utilities, including roadways.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/30/14
The June 27 lava flow continues to sluggishly advance, moving 40 yards since Monday morning towards the Pahoa Marketplace, sitting 660 yards away.
Slew of Advisories Posted for Impending Front
A front is expected to move down the island chain today and tonight bringing gusty winds and periods of rainfall. Heavy rainfall…
New Swell Expected on New Year’s Eve
Our current mix of north and northwest swells continues to fade. Surf heights will drop throughout the day. We expect a boost of surf energy…
Meeting Set to Discuss Pahoa Post Office Contingency Plans
Tuesday’s meeting will go over current contingency plans in the scenario that lava forces an evacuation of the current Post Office site. Community members are invited to attend and ask questions.
Hilo Man Charged in Domestic Case Involving Teen
A Hilo man has been charged with second-degree assault following a domestic altercation involving a teen.
