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Red Cross Responds to Kaua‘i Flooding
The Red Cross reported that four homes destroyed homes in Wainiha and there are probably homes damaged in Koloa based on aerial photos.
Sen. Schatz: Feds Must Play Role in Kaua‘i Recovery
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement in response to severe flooding on O‘ahu and Kaua‘i on April 14 and 15, 2018.
Kaua‘i Mobilizes Search, Rescue, Recovery Efforts in Wake of Floods, Landslides
Gov. David Ige and Kaua‘i Mayor Bernard Carvalho conducted a video teleconference on April 16 from the Kaua‘i Emergency Management’s operations center.
Four Kaua‘i State Parks Closed After Massive Weekend Storm
The record-breaking rain storm on Kaua‘i last weekend, April 14 and 15, 2018, has resulted in the DLNR Division of State Parks closing of four Garden Island parks.
Big Island Lane & Road Closures Through April 20
The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures.
Hawaiian Airlines Waives Change Fees for Kaua‘i Travelers
Hawaiian Airlines is waiving reservation change fees for guests holding tickets for travel to and from Līhu‘e, Kaua‘i, between April 14 and 16 due to heavy rain and flooding.
High Surf Advisory Continues for Big Island
A High Surf Advisory remains in effect for east-facing shores of North Kohala, Hamakua, North and South Hilo, Puna and Ka‘ū remains in effect through tonight.
Emergency Proclamation Declares Kauaʻi County a Disaster
Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation for the County of Kauaʻi after unprecedented rains caused flooding and a series of landslides on Kūhiō Highway.
Lightning Causes Power Outages on Hawai‘i Island
Hawai‘i Electric Light reports that customers in north and east Hawai‘i experienced power outages caused by thunderstorms impacting Hawai‘i Island this weekend.
Residential Flood Reported in Hawaiian Beaches
Volunteers with the American Red Cross are responding to a residential flood reported in Hawaiian Beaches on Sunday April 15, 2018.
UPDATE 5: Flood Advisory Extended for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 11 p.m.
Report: Hawai‘i Ranks 2nd in Nation for Tax Burden
Hawai‘i residents bear the highest sales and excise tax burden in the nation.
High Surf Advisory, Flash Flood Watch for Big Island
Saturday, April 14, 2018, 7 a.m.: The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch and High Surf Advisory for Hawai‘i Island.
WARNING: Contaminated Water in Gulch Near ʻŌʻōkala
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) announces that it is warning the public stay out of Alaialoa Gulch below Mamalahoa Highway, ʻŌʻōkala, Hawai‘i.
UPDATE: Trump Orders Airstrikes on Syria
President Trump ordered the U.S. Armed Forces to launch an airstrike against Syria on Friday, April 13, for suspected chemical weapons attacks against its own people.
Officer of the Quarter: Severo Ines Jr.
Hawaiʻi Island Security and Safety Professionals Association, (HISSPA), recognizes Officer Severo Ines Jr. as their Officer of the Quarter.
UPDATE 4: Flood & High Surf Advisories Extended for Hawai‘i County
Friday, April 13, 2018, 1:43 p.m.: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 4:45 p.m.
Reps Honor Sen. Daniel Akaka on House Floor
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) and Colleen Hanabusa (HI-01) led a Special Order of speeches on the House floor on Friday, April 13, 2018, honoring the late Sen. Daniel K. Akaka.
Landowners Face Decisions About the Future of Pasturelands
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa announces that landowners across the state face decisions about the future of pasturelands.
