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6 PM: New Map Released
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PHOTOS: Lava Moving in Open Channel
The U.S. Geological Survey released these pictures of the East Rift Zone on Monday July 30, 2018.
Big Island Child Gets Wish Granted, Meets Mickey Mouse
Make-A-Wish Hawai‘i recently granted eleven-year-old Elijah of Papa‘aloa his wish to meet Mickey Mouse granted.
Flood Advisory Issued for Parts of the Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i in Hawai‘i County until 7 p.m.
Gov. Ige Opposes Attempt to Limit Women’s Healthcare Services
Gov. David Ige joined a group of other governors in opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed rule that would prohibit healthcare service providers who receive funding under Title X.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 20–26
HPD’s South Hilo Community Police responded to three burglaries, 6 vehicle thefts and seven vehicle break-ins in South Hilo over the seven-day period.
Highway 11 to Close Temporarily for Investigative Purposes
On Tuesday, July 31, from 12 noon through 1:30 p.m., Hawaiʻi Island police will be shutting down Highway 11.
Coast Guard Assists Sailboat Taking on Water off Big Island
The U.S. Coast Guard assisted a sailboat crew taking on water a mile off Kihono Bay, Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Funeral Services for Fallen Officer Kaliloa, Aug. 4
The Hawaiʻi Police Department reports the funeral service for fallen Officer Bronson Kaimana Kaliloa, killed in the line of duty on July 17.
Mayor Kim on National Public Radio Show
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim was on the National Public Radio’s “Here and Now” show on Monday, July 30 at 10 a.m.
VIDEO & PHOTOS: East Rift Zone, Pohoiki Hangs On
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense released this video and photos taken of the East Rift Zone on Monday, July 30, 2018.
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.
