News
The Salvation Army Responds to Puna Eruptions
The Salvation Army announces that Emergency Disaster Services [EDS] personnel and volunteers are responding to the current lava flow in Leilani Estates
Boys & Girls Club Takes in Displaced Students
The Boys & Girls Club announces that starting Monday, May 14, 2018, over 100 Puna area youth who have been displaced by the recent lava-flow events were welcomed by Boys & Girls Club.
Condition Red Air Quality Message for Lanipuna Gardens Area & Surrounding Farm Lots
This is a Civil Defense Message for Monday, May 14, 2018, at 4:40 p.m.
Highway 130 in Lower Puna to Open to Local Traffic
(HDOT) is reopening Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road (Highway 130) from Malama Street to Kamaili Road to local traffic at the request of the County of Hawai‘i from 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018.
North Kohala Trespass and Drug Arrest
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department served a search warrant upon a North Kohala trespasser who was residing on a property in the town of Hāwi.
LETTER: State Encouraged Building in Risky Lava Zone
Hawai'i's state government encouraged building near the active portion of Kilauea volcano, where homes now are being destroyed by flowing lava.
LETTER: State Encouraged Building in Risky Lava Zone
Hawai'i's state government encouraged building near the active portion of Kilauea volcano, where homes now are being destroyed by flowing lava.
UH Hilo Chancellor’s Scholarship Recipients Named
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo announces that Thirteen students from public and private high schools in Hawaiʻi have been awarded the prestigious Chancellor’s Scholarship.
Most of Volcanoes National Park Remains Closed
Most of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park remains closed since Friday, May 11, 2018, due to ongoing seismic activity, summit deflation, and a possible steam explosion at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano.
HPD Searching for Missing Captain Cook Woman
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 67-year-old Captain Cook woman who was reported missing.
HPD Identifies Man in Fatal Kaʻū Crash
A 28-year-old Hilo man has died following a single vehicle crash which occurred Sunday morning May 13, 2018.
Hawai‘i DOH Reports Dangerous SO2 Emissions
The current eruption activity is producing dangerous SO2 and other emissions that are hazardous—especially for elderly, young children and babies and people with respiratory problems.
4 Hawai‘i Island Men Ordered to Stop Taking Lava Rocks from Reserve
At one time, at least one of the men had a permit to conduct commercial rock collection, but officers say it expired about eight years ago and was not reissued.
Vog Dashboard Offers Comprehensive Information
The Hawai‘i Health Department announces that as the lava flow from Kīlauea volcano on Hawai‘i Island continues and southerly winds occasionally prevail.
One Dead in Pahala Motor Vehicle Accident
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to an accident at 8:06 a.m. on Sunday, May 13, 2018, at the 44 mile marker of Highway 11 in the Pahala District.
Hawai‘i Island Volcano Recovery Fund Established
The fund will provide grants to local organizations that are bringing relief to communities impacted by the volcano eruption.
Keaʻau Man Arrested in Connection With Hilo Stabbing Incident
Investigators determined that the incident stemmed from an argument at the Moʻoheau Bus terminal between the victim and another man.
Mother’s Day Celebrated at Pāhoa & Kea‘au Shelters
An estimated 150 mothers from the Pāhoa shelter and about 40 residents at the Kea‘au shelter were treated to massage, treats, flowers and gifts.
Crisis Line Set Up for Residents Affected by Eruptions
People who have feelings of stress and anxiety can call the Crisis Line to receive short-term confidential counseling as well as information on available resources.
Lava Topples Utility Poles in Leilani Estates
Two poles damaged by a nearby lava flow fell on Kahukai Street in the Leilani Estates subdivision on Sunday, May 13.
