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Report: Roads in Hawai‘i Among Worst in Nation
Roughly 28% of Hawai‘i’s rural roads are in poor condition but only 3.67% of the state’s expenditures are devoted to repairs.
Meteorologist Malika Dudley Interviews NWS Expert
Big Island Now Meterologist Malika Dudley interviewed National Weather Service Pacific Region Deputy Director Tom Evans this morning, who presented an update on Lane, now a tropical storm.
Most State Parks to Reopen Today
Many state parks in Hawai‘i will reopen at various times on Saturday after staff members have a chance to access damage left in the wake of now TS Lane.
PHOTOS: Hilo Sets Rainfall Record for August
Over 40 inches of rain have fallen along parts of the windward sections of the Big Island.
Lane Drifts South of Hawaiian Islands
The Tropical Storm Warning has been discontinued for Hawai‘i County.
UPDATE 4: Flash Flood Warning Continues
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Hawai‘i County until 8 a.m., Aug. 25, 2018.
6 AM: Tropical Storm Warning Cancelled; High Surf, Flash Flood Warnings Continue
The National Weather Service has discontinued the Tropical Storm Warning for Hawai‘i Island.
Multiple Road Closures Due to Flooding, Landslides
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports multiple road closures due to flooding, landslides and debris.
Kea‘au High School Shelter Open
The Red Cross has opened a shelter at Kea‘au High School for the residents of Puna.
Coast Guard Reopens Hilo & Kawaihae Harbors
The Coast Guard Captain of the Port reopened the Hilo Harbor and Kawaihae Harbor ports on the Big Island as of 3 p.m.
8:30 PM: Dangerous Flooding Continues on Big Island
Rainfall rates up to 4 inches per hour are causing flooding in numerous areas, with numerous road closures reported.
Flash Floods Closing Major Big Island Roads, Hilo Floods
Although Tropical Storm Lane has weakened, a flash flood warning is still in effect for the windward side of Hawai‘i Island, with dangerous heavy rains and flooding continuing.
Flash Flood Conditions Extremely Dangerous
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Hawai‘i County until 9:30 p.m.
6 PM: Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Report
Due to the slowing of the tropical storm, dangerous heavy rains and flooding may persist for several days on the windward side of Hawai‘i Island.
Lane Downgraded to Tropical Storm; More Flooding in Store
Lane is now a Tropical Storm, with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph.
DOT Reports Status of Airports, Harbors, Highways
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation crews continue to respond to issues caused by heavy rains on Hawai‘i Island.
5 PM LIVE Briefing on Hurricane Lane
Gov. David Ige is presenting a live briefing on Hurricane Lane on Friday, Aug. 24, 2018, at 5 p.m. from the State Emergency Operations Center:
South Hilo Crime Report: Aug. 17–23, 2018
HPD South Hilo Community Police responded to three burglaries, five vehicle thefts and six vehicle break-ins over the seven-day period from Friday through Thursday, Aug 17 to 23.
Flash Flood Warning Extended
The Flash Flood Warning for the island of Hawai‘i has been extended until 6:30 p.m.
Coast Guard Cutters Ready to Respond From Hilo Pier
Coast Guard Cutters Oliver Berry (WPC 1124) and Joesph Gerczak (WPC 1126) are sheltering at the pier in Hilo on Aug. 24, 2018.
