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WEEKEND SURF: One Swell Fades as Another Builds
Our current advisory level west-northwest swell is expected to continue to fade as a new west-northwest builds. Tuesday another WNW is on tap. Warning level…
Limited Environmental Damage in Hawai’i Aloha Grounding
The grounding of the sailing vessel Hawai’i Aloha on Jan. 3 caused limited environmental damage, according to the State Department of Land and Natural Resources.
DOH Announces BRFSS to Begin Monday
The Hawai’i State DOH, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, is scheduled to begin its 2015 phone survey for the BRFSS on Monday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/16/15
The June 27 lava flow breakout along the north side of the flow continues to remain active and has advanced further downslope about 50 yards since Thursday.
More Hazy Skies, Trades For Weekend
A weak front that is expected to bring light showers to Kauai, is expected to block our trade winds for another couple of days…
Swell Peaks Today, More on The Way
Our current advisory level west-northwest swell is expected to peak today, Friday. Potential for XL swell next week…
June 27 Lava Flow Breakout Advances, Creating Brush Fire
A breakout from an area of widening above the stalled flow front has advanced about 200 yards per day over the past two days.
PGV Cited for August Hydrogen Sulfide Release
Puna Geothermal Venture has been given a Notice and Finding of Violation and Order from the Hawai’i State Department of Health Clean Air Branch.
Teenager Dies in Pahala Single Vehicle Crash
A 16-year-old girl has died as result of a single-vehicle crash in Pahala that occurred Wednesday night. The driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/15/15
An on-ground preliminary assessment shows that a breakout along the north margin has nearly caught up to the stalled June 27 lava flow front.
Trade Winds Expected Back in a Few Days
Dry and hazy weather can be expected over the next several days. Light to moderate trade winds are expected later this…
Small Craft Advisory Posted, Larger Swell Builds
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to continue to fade through the day. A larger west-northwest swell is expected to arrive late Thursday…
HPD Charges Captain Cook Man in 21 Offenses
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged a Captain Cook man in connection to 21 offenses between December and January.
Kayaker Rescued by Coast Guard Off Kohala Coast
A 38-year-old kayaker was rescued by the United States Coast Guard Tuesday night after losing sight of the Big Island due to volcanic smog.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/14/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense observed during its Wednesday morning overflight that no noticeable advancement had taken place in the north margin of the flow.
VIDEO: Interview with St. Louis Cardinals Second Baseman Kolten Wong
Kolten Wong talks about his favorite Big Island spots, pre-game rituals, his relationship with Shane Victorino, and even his opinion on Marcus Mariota.
Weinberg Friends Grant Awarded to Project Vision Hawai’i
The $10,000 Weinberg Friends grant was awarded to Project Vision Hawai’i, a non-profit organization that provides free vision care to the underserved.
Thick Vog Today, Dry Conditions
Dry and hazy weather can be expected over the next several days as a ridge of high pressure lies across the area. A weak front is expected and will help…
Swell Fades, New Swell Moves in Late
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to slowly subside through the day. Unfortunately, both the Hilo and the Kona side are shadowed …
Coast Guard Responds to Kayaker in Distress
The United States Coast Guard is in the process of responding to a kayaker in distress off of the Kohala Coast.
