News
8 PM: Hurricane Lane Moving Towards NW
A Hurricane Warning is still in effect for Hawai‘i County, O‘ahu, Maui County, including the islands of Lana‘i, Moloka‘i and Kaho‘olawe.
Big Island Flood Advisory Extended
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i until 11 p.m.
Hawaiian Telcom: What Customers Should Know
Hawaiian Telcom is taking precautions to minimize impact from Hurricane Lane. Its team stands ready to respond to any service issues as soon as it is safe to do so.
5th Shelter Opens for Hurricane Lane
The Hurricane Warning issued by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues for Hawai‘i County.
More DLNR Closures in Anticipation of Hurricane Lane
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and its divisions are closing various properties in advance of Hurricane Lane.
County of Hawai‘i Closing Non-Emergency Operations for Hurricane Lane
The County of Hawai‘i reports that it will close all non-emergency operations on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, in anticipation of severe weather from Hurricane Lane.
Hurricane Lane 385 Miles SSE of Honolulu
The Hurricane Watch has been upgraded to a Hurricane Warning for Central O‘ahu, O‘ahu Ko‘olau, O‘ahu North Shore, O‘ahu South Shore, Olomana, Waianae Coast, and Waianae Mountains.
5 PM: Hurricane ‘Watch’ Changed to ‘Warning’ for O‘ahu
The Centra Pacific Hurricane Center reports that a Hurricane Warning is in effect for O‘ahu and Maui County including the islands of Lana‘i, Moloka‘i and Kaho‘olawe and Hawai‘i County.
County Non-Emergency Operations to Close Thursday
The County of Hawai“i reports that the solid waste transfer stations and landfills will be closed on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018.
Flood Advisory Extended Until 8 PM
The Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i has been extended until 8 p.m.
President Approves Gov. Ige’s Request for Presidential Disaster Declaration
Gov. Ige’s request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the State of Hawai‘i has been approved.
HECO: Plan Ahead for Power Outages
Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light customers should expect outages, possibly of long duration.
Gov. Announces Statewide Status as Lane Approaches
Gov. David Ige released a status report on statewide systems on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2018.
Gov. Ige Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration
Gov. Ige issued a Presidential Disaster Declaration request as Hurricane Lane approaches the islands.
Glenwood Park Closed Until Further Notice Due to Theft, Vandalism
Glenwood Park, located on Highway 11 near mile marker 15, will be closed until further notice due to constant vandalism and theft.
Legislative Office Close as Lane Approaches
Offices at the Hawaiʻi State Legislature will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 23 and 24.
Some Mail Delivery Suspended, Some Post Offices Closed
In anticipation of the impact of Hurricane Lane, the U.S. Postal Service announced the following adjustments to its operations for Thursday, Aug. 23:
Kamehameha Schools Closed Statewide
Kamehameha Schools will close its campuses, preschools, community education programs and offices statewide Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 23 to 26, 2018.
Flood Advisory Extended for Parts of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 5 p.m.
Emergency Shelters Open for Hurricane Lane
Due to the potential effects of Hurricane Lane, four emergency shelters have been opened on the north and west side of Hawai‘i Island.
