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Waipi‘o Drowning Victim Identified
HPD is investigating a Wednesday morning, May 16, 2018, public accident after an unresponsive man was pulled from the waters off of the Hāmākua coast.
‘Ohana Health Plan Donates 12,000 Breathing Masks
‘Ohana Health Plan announces it has donated 12,000 N95 breathing masks to Hawai‘i County that will be distributed by the Hawai‘i DOH to benefit those near the areas impacted.
Flags to Remain at Half-Staff in Honor of Victims of Santa Fe, Texas Tragedy
At the direction of the President of the United States, Gov. David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag will be flown at half-staff.
Six Campers Cited for Illegal Camping During Beach Sweep
HPD and Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation’s maintenance workers, conducted a beach park sweep of individuals camping without a camper’s permit.
Fissure Activity Increases Overnight in Lower East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that fissure activity in the Lower East Rift Zone increased last night, Thursday, May 17, 2018.
‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign Begins May 21
(HDOT) announces that to reduce motor vehicle fatalities and injuries the department and its traffic safety partners are participating in the national “Click It or Ticket”.
No-Entry Zones Still for Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens
Hawai‘i Electric Light is reminding the community that the Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens areas are designated as a no-entry zone for its crews.
First Case of Rat Lungworm Disease on O‘ahu in 2018
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) announces the first confirmed a case of rat lungworm disease in a toddler from Central O‘ahu.
Update on USPS Mail Service for Puna Residents
The United States Postal Service announces the following latest updates regarding the impact to mail delivery of the Kīlauea Volcano eruption in the Puna region of Hawai‘i island.
3:15 P.M. VIDEO UPDATE: Fire and Fury
On Friday, May 18, 2018, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) has reported a new fissure 22, between fissures 19 and 20.
6 P.M. Civil Defense Update on Kīlauea Eruptions
On Thursday, May 17, 2018, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) reported a new fissure (21) down rift of Makamae Street in Leilani Estates.
EPA Efforts During Kīlauea Volcano Eruption
EPA has deployed emergency responders and air monitoring equipment as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s federal response to the Kīlauea volcanic eruption.
New Fissure Opens, Several Reactivate
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) announces a new fissure 21 opened on Thursday, May 17, 2018.
HVNP Park Rangers Relocate to Downtown Hilo While Park Remains Closed
While most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park remains closed, Park Rangers are greeting and serving visitors at the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center.
Hawai‘i Electric Light Sets Up Web Page for Eruption Updates
Hawai‘i Electric Light announces it has set up a page on its website for the latest information for customers affected by the eruption.
Latest Volcanic Episode Leaves Areas of HVNP Under Thin Layer of Ash
USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) and Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reported a volcanic explosion in Halema‘uma‘u Crater, located at the summit of Kīlauea.
North Hilo Crime Statistics for April
The following crime statistics were reported by the Hawai‘i Police Department for the North Hilo District for the month of April 2018:
Cracks Widen in Lower East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey released this photo of an aerial view of ground cracks on Pohoiki Road during an overflight of the eruptive fissure area at about 7 a.m.
Senate Passes Bill to Strengthen Volcano Monitoring Capabilities
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) secured the passage of S. 346, the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System Act.
The Salvation Army Responds to Puna Lava Flow
Emergency Disaster Services [EDS] personnel and volunteers from The Salvation Army are supporting those affected by the Puna lava flow with meal coordination, hydration, and emotional and spiritual care.
