News
Grounded Sailboat Leaves One Mariner Missing
One mariner remains missing following the grounding of a 74-foot sailing vessel, Hawai’i Aloha. Four crew members were rescued Saturday.
South Point Road Water Main Break Cuts Off Service
Affected residents of the water main break are in Waiohinu mauka, Discovery Harbor mauka, and along South Point Road.
Water Emergency Posted for Pa’auilo Residents
Residents in Pa’auilo are being asked to keep water usage to a minimum as continued power interruptions are interfering with water distribution.
Kohala Residents Under Water Emergency
Residents who live above Hawi Road in Kohala remain without power following this weekend’s storm, causing a water outage.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/4/15
The June 27 lava flow front and south margin breakout continue to remain stalled as Kilauea’s summit celebrates 34 years of eruption.
Waimea Power Outage Leads to Water Unavailability
Power outages in the Waimea area have caused a disruption in water service in some areas.
Cleanup Underway Following Overnight Storm
Cleanup is underway following an overnight storm that has caused road closures, beach closures, and power outages across the Big Island.
Severe Weather Causes Closures, Cancellations
Along with road closures, today’s visits at Kulani Correctional Facility and BIIF swim meet at Hawai’i Preparatory Academy have been both cancelled.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/3/15
The leading edge of the June 27 lava flow, as well as the breakout along the south margin, are stalled Saturday morning, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense.
Power, Road Access Affected by High Winds
Crews from Hawai’i Electric Light continue to work on scattered island wide power outages. Meanwhile, several roads are closed due to fallen trees and branches.
High Winds Causing Debris Damage, Road Closures
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense, road closures have been reported in Waimea, Ahualoa, and Kona.
Puna Man Sought in Abuse and Reckless Driving Cases
The Hawai’i Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 21-year-old Puna man wanted in abuse and reckless driving cases.
UPDATE: Kua Bay Reopens After Object Identified
The Kekaha Kai section of Kua Bay has been closed after an unidentified object was found in the water.
Foul Play Not Suspected in Ocean View House Fire
The Hawai’i Police Department says that foul play is not suspected in New Year’s Eve Ocean View House Fire that led to the death of a 67-year-old man.
DLNR: Waimanu Camping Canceled and Trail Closed
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife has canceled Waimanu camping permits and closed the trail due to a pending storm.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/2/15
The June 27 lava flow front remains stalled, Civil Defense continues to watch a breakout 150 yards upslope.
Gov. Ige Appoints Seven to Cabinet Positions
Among Ige’s appointments, Carty Chang replaces William Aila Jr. as the acting director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Autopsy on Wailea Beach Victim Completed
Autopsy reports show that David Green Thompson’s death while swimming off the coast of Wailea Beach in Puako Sunday was due to asphyxia due to drowning.
One Person Found Dead in Ocean View House Fire
Hawai’i County Fire Department crew members found one of the occupants of a burning Lehua Lane home dead while battling the blaze.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/1/15
The June 27 lava flow begins the New Year stalled, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense. The flow front remains 0.5 miles from the Highway 130 intersection.
