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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…
Advisory Level Swell Maintains Wave Heights Today
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. The Big Island…
Pahoa Community Lava Meetings Suspended
Weekly community lava meetings with Hawai’i County Civil Defense and partnering organizations have been suspended until furth
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/10/15
Smoke and vog conditions improved Tuesday morning after a prolonged period of moderate to heavy conditions. Lava advancement remains stalled downslope but activity continues.
Scattered Showers Expected With Frontal Passage
A front is currently affecting the Hawaiian Islands. Rainfall along the front is expected to impact the Big Island Tuesday afternoon. Expect…
Large Swell Peaks This Afternoon
Our current swell is building Tuesday. This large swell has prompted a High Surf Advisory for the Kona coast. The Big Island is shadowed from this swell but…
Kea’au, Konawaena Assist in ‘STOP if You Love Me’ Campaign
Two Big Island High Schools will take part in the national “Stop if You Love Me” campaign along with 373 public school students from 23 schools state-wide.
4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded Near Kilauea Summit
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake was recorded on the Big Island at 8:16 a.m. Monday. The earthquake was centered about 5 miles from the summit of Kilauea.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/9/15
June 27 lava flow activity remains stalled in downslope areas, however, there is evidence that the tube system continues to be supplied with lava.
Scattered Showers as Front Approaches
Southerly winds are expected to gradually strengthen through early Monday morning as a vigorous front approaches from the northwest. Strong and gusty…
