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Man Dies at Waipi‘o Valley Beach
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to a drowning victim at Waipio Valley Beach on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at 9:24 a.m.
2:00 P.M. UPDATE: Kīlauea Erupts
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that an explosive eruption at Kīlauea’s Summit has occurred. The resulting ash plume will cover the surrounding area.
VIDEO: Overflight of Leilani Estates
Hawai‘i Videographer Mick Kalber captured video on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, on an overflight of the Leilani Estates area with Paradise Helicopters.
No-Entry Zone Established for Hawai‘i Electric Light Crews in Leilani Estates
Hawai‘i Electric Light announces that all of Lanipuna Gardens and a portion of Leilani Estates has been designated as a no-entry zone for its crews.
Occasional Bursts of Volcanic Ash Emanating from Crater
Reports from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at Kilauea Volcano Summit indicate occasional bursts of volcanic ash emanating from Halema‘uma‘u Crater.
Third Evacuation Shelter Opens in Puna, Volunteers Needed
Three American Red Cross shelters are open for residents evacuated from their homes due to the Kilauea lava threat at the following locations.
USGS: Threat of Even Larger Steam-Driven Violent Explosion
The U.S. Geological Survey announces that with ash eruptions occurring from Kīlauea’s summit this week, there is a threat of an even larger steam-driven violent explosion.
Earthquake Causes Road Cracks and Structural Damage in HVNP
A magnitude-3.5 earthquake located 0.1 miles beneath the summit of Kīlauea Volcano around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, caused noticeable structural damage.
U.S. Pacific Fleet Welcomes New Commander
Adm. John C. Aquilino assumed command of U.S. Pacific Fleet from Adm. Scott H. Swift, Thursday, May 17, 2018.
New Map Released, Lava Flowing Towards Ocean
The U.S. Geological Survey released this map showing the location of the lava flow spreading from fissure 17 as of 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2018.
Cracks on Highway 11 Near Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Island Police advise the public to use caution as wind direction and volcanic ash is getting pushed towards Hilo.
Hawai‘i Reaches $7 Million Settlement with Takata Over Dangerous Airbags
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Office of Consumer Protection on behalf of the State of Hawai‘i announces a settlement with Takata Corporation and its U.S. subsidiary.
Thermal Map of Northeast End of Fissure System
The U.S. Geological Survey released this thermal map showing a close up of the northeastern end of the fissure system.
Gov. Ige Forms Dual-Status Command to Streamline Military Response to Kīlauea Eruption
Gov. David Y. Ige has announced the formation of a Dual-Status Command, Joint Task Force 50 (JTF) in response to the Kīlauea lava flow on Hawai‘i Island.
Eruption Mail Update: Delivery Suspension in Additional Areas
Here are the latest updates regarding the impact to mail delivery of the Kīlauea Volcano eruption in the Puna region of Hawaii island:
USGS: Lower East Rift Zone Fissures Continue Erupting
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that the Lower East Rift Zone continues to erupt.
American Red Cross Update on Evacuation Shelters
The American Red Cross reports that two shelters remain open for residents evacuated from their homes due to the Kīlauea lava threat.
No Tsunami Generated From 4.2 Magnitude Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports the earthquake that occurred at approximately 8:36 a.m. was NOT large enough to cause a tsunami for the Island of Hawai‘i.
6 P.M. UPDATE: Civil Defense Update on Kīlauea Eruption
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that several fissures are active producing spatter, however the flow from Fissure 17 has not advanced since yesterday, Tuesday, May 15, 2018.
New Map Shows Location of Lava Flow Spreading
The U.S.G.S. released this map of the East Rift Zone as of 6:45 a.m. May 15, 2018, shows the location of the ‘a‘ā lava flow spreading from fissure 17.
