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Pāpaʻikou Water Main Break Alert
The Department of Water Supply (DWS) reports that on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Pāpaʻikou customers will experience no water due to break in line.
Miriam Continues N, Norman Remains Cat 4
The NWS Hurricane Centers issued updates on hurricane activity on Aug. 31, 2018
Pāhoa’s Future Discussed With Community Leaders
Puna community members met with state and county officials to discuss the recovery and future of the Pāhoa area of the Puna District.
Officials Continue Damage Assessments From Hurricane Lane
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense, State and Federal agencies and the American Red Cross continued their damage assessments from Hurricane Lane
Disaster Recovery Center Closed Labor Day Weekend
The joint federal/state/county disaster recovery center assisting residents with the Kīlauea eruption recovery will be closed for the Labor Day Weekend.
Big Island Police ‘Sweep Parks’ and Arrest 3
Big Island police and state officers arrested three individuals for various offenses and issued multiple citations during a sweep of parks in Hilo last night.
Reps Join Homeland Security in Statewide Disaster Assessment
On Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, Hawai‘i representatives joined officials from the Department of Homeland Security.
LIVE BRIEFING: Response to Hurricane Lane, Kīlauea Eruption & April Floods
Gov. David Ige is hosting a collaboration and response to Hurricane Lane, the Kīlauea eruption and the April floods
PHOTOS, VIDEOS: Lull or End of Kīlauea Activity?
Seismic and volcanic activity have diminished greatly. No incandescence was visible in Fissure 8; no lava is entering the ocean.
Hilo Man Arrested in Connection to Burglaries
A 24-year-old Hilo man is in police custody after being arrested on Aug. 29, 2018, for a burglary that occurred in Hilo over the weekend.
Rat Lungworm Support Group to Hold Educational Meetings
Upcoming Rat Lungworm Support Group meetings will feature presentations on Gov. David Ige’s Joint Task Force on Rat Lungworm Disease recommendations.
Hurricane Miriam Headed Far North of Hawai‘i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center in Honolulu issued information on Aug. 30, 2018, at 5 a.m. about Hurricane Miriam, now in the Central Pacific.
Rat Lungworm Disease Task Force Issues New Guidelines
The new guidelines may be used by Hawai‘i physicians immediately and provide clear diagnosis, treatment and management guidance for timely identification and care.
2 Wanted in Connection With 2 Kailua-Kona Robberies
The Hawaiiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals wanted in connection with two robbery incidents that occurred in Kailua-Kona.
Cadets Essential in Post-Hurricane Data Collection
The Hawai‘i Wing Civil Air Patrol (CAP) reports that cadets formed the bulk of a Ground Photography Team on Maui Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018.
Pāhoa Emergency Evacuation Shelter Will Close Sept. 17
Big Island Now reported that the Pāhoa Emergency Evacuation Shelter would be closing soon in an article posted on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018.
Hilo Man Arrested for Stealing Multiple Vehicles
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has charged a 19-year-old Hilo man in connection with multiple offenses stemming from a series of stolen vehicles.
Limited Parking at Airports During Labor Day Weekend
If you are planning on traveling this labor day, you may want to have someone drop you off at the airport instead of trying to find parking at the airport.
Hawai‘i DOT Analyzing Lane Damage
Assessment teams deployed to Hawai‘i Island and Maui on Aug. 28 to conduct in-depth analysis of damages from Hurricane Lane and the Lahaina fire.
Tropical Storm Miriam Forecast to Miss Hawai‘i
National Weather Service forecasters said the cyclone is likely to veer off to the north well before approaching the islands.
