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Island Air to Waive Change Fees Due to Darby
Island Air will waive reservation change fees and differences in fares for customers needing to change their travel plans due to Tropical Storm Darby.
4.3 Magnitude Earthquake NW of Captain Cook
The U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory recorded a magnitude-4.3 earthquake beneath the Hawaiʻi Island on Friday, July 22, 2016, at 9:16 p.m
HIHS Offers Animal Safety Tips During Darby
The Hawaii Island Humane Society has a few tips to help keep animals safe during and after Tropical Storm Darby.
Civil Defense Releases Darby Update
As of 5 a.m. today, Tropical Storm Darby is located about 100 miles southeast of Hilo moving to the west at 9 miles per hour.
Tropical Storm Darby: Hawai‘i Island UPDATES
The 5 a.m. forecast track takes Darby to Hawai‘i Island in 12 hours.
Hawai‘i Island Residents Urged to Prepare for Darby
In partnership with the Hawai‘i County, Hawai‘i Red Cross volunteers will be opening shelters on Hawai‘i Island today in response to Tropical Storm Darby.
Civil Defense: Heavy Rains Begin Tonight
Hawai‘i Island Civil Defense has posted a Tropical Storm Darby update for Friday, July 22, at 5 p.m.
Governor Signs Emergency Proclamation Due to Darby
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige signed a pre-landfall emergency proclamation as the state prepares for Tropical Storm Darby.
Boaters Advised to Monitor Coast Guard Radio
DLNR’s Division of Boating & Ocean Recreation doesn’t plan to close state small boat harbors, but advises boaters to monitor VHF radio for Coast Guard alerts.
DLNR Closes State Forest and Park Areas
The DLNR has closed state forest and park areas on the islands of Hawai‘i in anticipation of the effects of Tropical Storm Darby this weekend.
Mayor Signs Emergency Proclamation Due to Darby
Mayor Billy Kenoi signed an emergency proclamation today in anticipation of the arrival of Tropical Storm Darby to Hawaiʻi Island.
HPD Continues Investigation of Officer-Involved Shooting
The man who died Thursday afternoon, July 21, following an officer-involved shooting has been identified as 36-year-old BJ Medeiros of Keaʻau.
Food Basket Prepares for Darby
The Food Basket Inc. – Hawai‘i Island’s Food Bank, is preparing for the potential effects of Tropical Storm Darby as it continues to track toward the state.
Volcanoes Park Partial Closures Due to Darby
Park officials will close all backcountry areas and certain roads in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, effective 5 p.m. today, Friday, July 22.
Hawai‘i Island Woman Charged in Stabbing
Faylana Fromm, 38, has been charged with first-degree assault in connection with a stabbing in Hilo on Tuesday evening, July 19.
Storm Safety Tips from Hawai‘i Electric Light
Hawai‘i Electric Light is preparing for potential impacts from approaching Tropical Storm Darby.
HPD Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon, July 21, in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision.
Hawaiian Telcom Postpones Work Due to Darby
Hawaiian Telcom will be relocating overhead cables to newly placed utility poles near the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway and Nāpo‘opo‘o Road in Kona.
Hōlualoa Man Arrested on 14 Charges
On Monday, July 18, detectives from the Area II Criminal Investigations Section arrested the suspect, 42-year-old Reny Weigang of Hōlualoa.
