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UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended for Puna Fissure Area
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a Flood Advisory for Hawaii County at 7:50 a.m. on Monday, July 30, 2018, until 10:45 a.m.
UPDATE: GoFundMe Set Up for Hilo Native Killed Fighting California Fire
Hilo native Brian Hughes, 33, captain of the Arrowhead Interagency Hotshots, was killed while fighting the Ferguson fire near Yosemite National Park on July 29.
4 PM: New Map Released
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PHOTOS: Perched Channel, Ocean Entry
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos of the East Rift Zone on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Paper Reduction Program Saves Money & Resources
A six-month program piloted by the Office of Enterprise Technology Services has reduced paper use by 20%.
HPD’s Keith Simeona Named Officer of the Month
The East Hawaiʻi Aloha Exchange Club has named Officer Keith Simeona as Officer of the Month of June.
5 PM: Lava Approximately .1 Miles From Pohoiki Boat Ramp
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Kayaker & Swimmers in Distress Rescued
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to three swimmers and one kayaker in distress off shore of Onekahakaha Beach Park on Saturday, July 28, 2018.
Puna Resident Sets Up New Lava Webcam
Many people, locals and tourists alike, have been getting arrested for attempting to see the lava flow.
PHOTOS: Kīlauea Summit & Lower East Rift Zone
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory U.S. Geological Survey issued a status report on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 10:16 a.m.
HVO Assesses Kilauea’s Explosions, Surges & Pulses
After a collapse explosion at the summit, there is some evidence of a surge from Fissure 8.
Keikiland Closed for Resurfacing, Repairs
Keikiland playground will close temporarily from July 30 through Sept. 4, 2018, for resurfacing and repairs.
4 PM: Brush Fires Reported, New Thermal Map
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UPDATE: UH Offers Free Water & Soil Testing for Volcano-Affected Areas
UH is offering free water and soil testing to residents and commercial farmers in the volcano-affected areas of the Big Island.
RIMPAC: 19 Million Gallons of Fuel Issued
The Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility has issued over 19 million gallons of fuel to U.S. and foreign ships and aircraft participating in the RIMPAC exercise.
Legislation Introduced to Combat Domestic Violence
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, along with a coalition of 104 lawmakers, introduced legislation to combat domestic violence across the country.
Man Accidentally Released From Jail Now in Custody
The Hawai‘i Island Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed that Brian Smith is in police custody.
4 PM: Pohoiki Flow Stalls
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VIDEO: Eruption Appears to Have Slowed Down
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Thursday, July 26, 2018.
Gov. Ige’s Statement on Mistaken Release of Pre-Trial Detainee
Gov. David Ige released the following statement regarding the erroneous release of alleged murders suspect Brian Lee Smith.
