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June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/20/14
The June 27 lava flow remains stalled and approximately 0.6 miles from Apa’a St. A narrow, slow moving finger along the East edge of the front has broken out.
Hilo Man Charged with Attempted Murder
The suspect, Atkinson Nakashima, allegedly used a machete during an altercation that occurred early Saturday morning.
Portions of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Shuttered Sunday
More areas of the popular national park were opened on Sunday, but Mauna Loa Road and Ka’u’s Kahuku Unit were kept closed.
Kahilu Theatre to Present Stars of American Ballet
The Kahilu Theatre is set to present Stars of American Ballet, directed by Daniel Ulbricht, on Thursday, Oct. 23.
Malika Dudley’s Daily Weather Forecast (10/19/14)
Rainfall record were set in Hilom and numbers are expected to bump up even higher as more data is released.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Flood Warning Extended, Conditions to Improve
A gradual improvement in conditions is expected for Hawaii County starting tonight, but the threat for heavy rain still exists along the southeastern coast.
Small Numbers Turn Up at Big Island Red Cross Shelters
One shelter, Waiakea High School, did not have a single person walk in during Hurricane Ana’s presence around the island.
2 A.M. UPDATE: Tropical Storm Watch Cancelled
While the Tropical Storm Watch was cancelled, a flood advisory remains in effect for the Big Island until 4:30 a.m.
11 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, Tropical Storm Conditions Unlikely
The intensity of the Hurricane Ana has increased a bit since the last update and the track still brings Ana south of the islands through the forecast period.
UHH, Hawai’i CC Weekend Operation Update
The University of Hawai’i System has announced an update on weekend operations for UH-Hilo and Hawai’i CC.
8 P.M. UPDATE: Impact Update on Hurricane Ana
No changes have been made to the alerts that are posted. The intensity has not changed since the last update but the track has been nudged farther west.
Ho’okena Man Wanted for Violating Probation
Matthew Alani, 29, is also wanted for questioning in connection to an abuse case.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, But Forecast Remains Unchanged
Gusts up to 40 miles per hour and waves reaching 15 feet have already been felt at South Point.
DLNR Closures as Ana Approaches
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has issued a list of closures of their managed areas as Hurricane Ana approaches.
Evacuation Sites to Open at Noon
The Hawai’i Red Cross will be opening five evacuation shelters throughout the island in anticipation of Tropical Storm Ana.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Upgraded to a Hurricane
Hurricane Ana is now a Category 1 Hurricane south of the Big Island.
FRIDAY 5 A.M. UPDATE: Hurricane Conditions Unlikely for Ana
Ana continues to move far away from the state, but Chief Meteorologist Malika Dudley reminds the public that adverse weather remains in the forecast.
8 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens as Path Still Uncertain
As Ana draws closer, a Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for leeward and southeastern coastal waters.
Young Brothers Adjusts Sailing Schedules Due to Ana
Young Brothers Ltd. is monitoring Tropical Storm Ana and its affect on the Hilo and Kawaihae ports.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Still Projected to Pass South of Big Island
During the Central Pacific Hurricane Center’s 2 p.m. briefing, forecasters gave an update on Ana’s path, which still takes it South of the Big Island.
