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UPDATES: Erick Downgraded to Cat 2, Will Bring Dangerous Surf, Heavy Rainfall to Big Island
Swells will arrive over the next couple of days, mainly along east-facing shores. Erick is expected to bring heavy rainfall starting Thursday afternoon.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.6-M Vanuatu Quake
AN EARTHQUAKE WITH A PRELIMINARY MAGNITUDE OF 6.6 OCCURRED IN THE VANUATU ISLANDS AT 5:03 HST ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 2019.
New EIS Rules Take Effect in August
The OEQC publication date for The Environmental Notice on Aug, 8, 2019, will be the last issue under the current rules. The Aug. 23, 2019, issue will be the first one under the new rules.
Cop on Top Raises Funds for Special Olympics Hawai‘i
Hawaii Island dates and locations include the Kona Walmart and Hilo Walmart, from Aug. 22 to Aug. 24.
Small Craft Advisory
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST THURSDAY. TROPICAL STORM WATCH THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FOR WATERS SOUTH OF THE BIG ISLAND.
OISC Warns of Invasive Naio Thrips on O‘ahu
Naio thrips are a relatively new pest insect in Hawai‘I, first detected in 2008. They cause scarring and ultimately kill the trees they infect.
Governor Names Suzuki Interim Director of DOTAX
Suzuki has served as a senior executive assistant at DOTAX, managing the $60 million Tax System Modernization (TSM) program.
UPDATE: Governor Rescinds Emergency Proclamation on Mauna Kea
During a press conference on Tuesday, the governor said the pending weather concerns threatening Hawai‘i Island would have likely delayed telescope production regardless.
Hirono Co-Introduces Bill to Help Businesses Comply With ADA
The Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act would also fund programs that mediate ADA-related disputes to avoid additional litigation and help individuals and businesses understand the ADA.
HPU Offers Scholarships to Alumni Seeking Master’s Degrees
HPU alumni interested in applying for the Alumni Scholarship must be in a degree-seeking program and starting a new graduate program in fall 2019 or spring 2020.
American Lung Association Pushing Early Detection
Through its LUNG FORCE initiative, the Lung Association raises awareness about lung cancer in both women and men.
Hawai‘i Island Transfer Station Closures
Due to staff shortages, the Hawai‘i County Department of Environmental Management closed three Hawai‘i Island transfer stations early on Tuesday, July 30, 2019.
HPD Arrests 18 Motorists for DUI Violations
Six of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. One of the drivers was under the age of 21.
UPDATES: Cat 4 Hurricane Erick May Impact Hawai‘i by End of Week
The eye of hurricane became much more distinct in infrared satellite imagery overnight, which indicates that rapid intensification has occurred.
HFD Douses Structure Fire in Hilo
A stove caused the blaze, which was confined to a lower-story kitchen.
Victim of Crash at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Identified
Brown, a professor at Grinnell College, was driving Hilo-bound on Highway 11 in the Kaʻū Desert area of the park just before 2 p.m. last Thursday when his vehicle wrecked near mile marker 35.
Delays Expected as HDOT Installs Traffic Signals on Mauna Kea
Work to install the temporary signals and barriers along DKI Highway will take place Tuesday, July 30, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
More Religious Leaders Sign Statement of Solidarity with Mauna Kea Protectors
More than 200 religious leaders have contributed to a Religious Leaders Statement of Solidarity with Kanaka Maoli Protecting Sacred Mauna Kea as of Monday.
UPDATE: Mauna Kea Negotiations Remain at Standstill After Initial Talks
The only tangible result of the meeting was an agreement to meet again.
