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USGS Releases New Map of East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) released this map of the current eruptions happening in Leilani Estates.
Civil Defense Update: Evacuations Happening, Stay in Safe Place
This is a Civil Defense Message for Friday, May 18, 2018, at 7:30 in the evening.
DWS Customers Warned of Scams
DWS is warning customers to be wary of potential scams involving fraudulent phone calls or visits from people claiming to represent the water agency.
Civil Defense Update: Helicopters Being Used to Evacuate Residents
Police, Fire and National Guard are being sent in to stop all entry on both sides of Pohoiki and secure the area.
Lava Continues to the Ocean, Crosses Pohoiki Road
This morning, Friday, May 18, 2018, the line of fountains on fissure 17 coalesced into a large fountain that was sending lava 50 meters (164 feet) into the air.
Public Comments on Judicial Nominees Sought
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald announced on Friday, May 18, 2018, that he is seeking public comment on judicial nominees for four vacancies.
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.
