News
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.
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.
