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June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/4/15
The June 27 remains stalled at all downslope areas of the flow, while activity remains along the north and south margins and within the flow pad.
Gusty Winds Today, Front Ahead
West winds are expected through the week. More weak fronts will pass over the islands from the west around Wednesday night…
Swell Fades Today, Series of Swells Ahead
Our current swell is on a decreasing trend and expected to fade Wednesday into Thursday. Late Thursday we expect a west-northwest to start building, showing…
Police Seek Identity of Puna Property Damage Suspect
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of a man involved in a property damage incident in Puna last month.
DLNR Issues Citations to Lost Hikers
Two hikers that got lost over the weekend received citations from the Department of Land and Natural Resources for entering a closed area that was deemed dangerous.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/3/15
All downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow remain stalled. Smoke and vog conditions were reported as moderate to heavy.
Advisory Level Surf Today, More Swells Ahead
Our current swell peaked overnight but should hold strong Tuesday. The swell will be on a decreasing trend but solid overhead to double…
Slew of Wind Alerts Posted as Front Approaches
Southwest winds will continue to strengthen as a front approaches the state from the northwest. The fast-moving front will bring increasing showers as it…
Pahoa Ace Hardware Has Reopened
Pahoa Ace Hardware has reopened after its closure in December, following the threat from the June 27 lava flow.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/2/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense says that the June 27 lava flow continues to show no advancement in all downslope areas.
Haze, Gusty Southwest Winds Today
Light winds will turn to the southwest Monday as a front approaches from the northwest. The front is expected to pass over the islands Tuesday through…
One Swell Fades as Another Builds
Our current swell is expected to fade today as another swell builds. The same storm system has reorganized in the Gulf of Alaska bringing another shot of…
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/1/15
No advancement has been seen on any of the June 27 lava flow downslope breakouts and minimal activity has been observed.
Johnson-Wilson’s Buzzer-Beater Sinks ‘Swords
UH-Hilo’s men’s basketball squad extended its winning streak to three games ahead of Monday night’s matchup against Azusa Pacific University.
New NW Swell Fills in For The Weekend
A new swell is expected to build in for the weekend. This time showing strongest for the Hilo side with possible overhead to well overhead surf…
Trade Wind Weather Expected This Weekend
Trade winds are expected to return as a surface ridge builds north of the islands. The trades will continue into early next week, with low clouds…
Humpback Whale 20th Anniversary Ocean Count
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is in search for volunteers to help with the 2015 Sanctuary Ocean Count.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/30/15
Over the course of the past week, the distal portion of the June 27 lava flow stemming from the north margin has shown little advancement.
One Swell Fades as Another Builds
A swell is expected to build late in the day. This time showing strongest for the Hilo side with possible overhead to well overhead surf….
Scattered Showers Today, Light Trades For Weekend
Clouds and a few showers associated with a weak front will linger over the Big Island Friday. For the weekend, a brief return of light trade winds …
