News
UPDATE: Trail and Area Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau
The previous plan for Friday, Dec. 1, has changed.
PHOTO UPDATE: Flash Flood Warning Now in Effect
A Flood Advisory for the Big Island is in effect for Hawai‘i County until 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30, and a Flash Flood Watch is also in effect through 6 p.m.
No Loud Pōhakuloa Exercises Scheduled for Dec.
There is currently no training scheduled for December 2017 that is louder in nature or which is likely to be heard outside of the installation.
Travelers Should Not Be Alarmed by Attack Warning Signal
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA), issued the following statement to reassure visitors to Hawaiʻi about a monthly test of an Attack Warning Signal.
HAWAI‘I ALERTS: Hilo Detours, Closures, Outages Due to Flooding, Shelter Opening
The HPD on Nov. 30, 7:34 a.m., advised motorists to avoid Kamehameha Avenue between Waianuenue Avenue to Manono and Aupuni Streets due to flooding.
Eight Arrested in Kona Drug Busts
Officers from a Special Enforcement Unit, Kona Community Policing, Area II Vice and Kona Patrol, served a search warrant at a property in the 76-6200 block of Alii Drive.
Big Island Flash Flood Watch Extended
The Flash Flood Watch is now in effect through Thursday afternoon.
Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center to Receive 8 New Officers
The state Department of Public Safety welcomed a new class of correctional officers at a graduation ceremony.
VIDEO: Hawai‘i Emergency & Climate Change Preparedness
The West Hawaiʻi community learned about plans for addressing the fragility of island living, including Hawaiʻi’s vulnerabilities to emergencies.
Hawai‘i Opposes Request for Travel Ban 3.0 to Take Effect
“In place of a temporary ban on entry, the president has imposed an indefinite one, deepening and prolonging the harms a stay would inflict.”
Attack Warning Signal to Be Tested Dec. 1
The Attack Warning Signal directs residents to seek immediate shelter and remain in place until an all-clear message is broadcasted over radio or television.
Hawai‘i Hunter Class Sign-Ups Available Online
Beginning Dec. 1, registration for all Hawai‘i hunter education classes statewide will be available online.
Flood Advisory, Flash Flood Watch for Hawai‘i Island
A Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County is in effect until 11 a.m. today; A Flash Flood Watch is also in effect for the Big Island until 6 a.m. Thursday.
VIDEO: Hawai‘i Announcement of Attack Warning Siren
On Dec. 1, 2017 at 11:45 a.m., there will be a siren sounding by the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HEMA).
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Big Island
A temporary decrease in moisture upstream will occur tonight. However, a new batch of moisture will spread northwest over the islands starting on Wednesday.
Spawning Season for ‘Ama‘ama
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resource announces that the spawning season is here for ‘ama‘ama (striped mullet).
Rat Lungworm Support Group Meeting in Puna
In a joint effort with Hilo Medical Center and Puna Community Medical Center the Rat Lungworm Support Group will meet at the Neighborhood Place of Puna.
IRS Warns of New Email Phishing Scams
The IRS, state tax agencies and the nation’s tax industry urge people to be on the lookout for new, sophisticated email phishing scams.
HPD Arrests 20 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Nov. 20, to 27, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 20 motorists for driving under the influence.
Hawaiʻi Defense Economy Launches New Website
The second largest economic provider in the state. approximately $2 billion is spent on defense contracts in Hawai‘i.
