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June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/26/14
The June 27 lava flow front is currently 0.5 miles from Pahoa Village Road and 0.9 miles from Highway 130, moving at a rate of 10 yards per hour.
June 27 Lava Flow Afternoon Update – 10/25/14
Officials shared updates on the flow’s current path and its impact on the community in an afternoon briefing.
Evacuations Likely as Lava Reaches Apa’a Street
The June 27 lava flow has crossed Apa’a St. and is headed toward the cemetery and Pahoa Village Road.
Waiakea’s Lisa Ishimoto Honored for Essay
Waiakea High School student Lisa Ishimoto was among six students to be honored Thursday for winning in an essay contest.
June 27 Lava Update – 10/24/14
The new leading edge of the lava flow has advanced approximately 300 yards since yesterday, bringing the flow within 250 yards of Apa’a St.
Police Release Oct. 24 List of Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Pahoa Transfer Station to Close Friday
The Pahoa Recycling and Transfer Station will close on Friday, temporarily relocating to an area on Kauhale Road beginning on Saturday at 6 a.m.
Reserve Officer McGuire Named Officer of the Month
Reserve Officer Iris McGuire was named Officer of the Month of October for her dedication to her community during Tropical Storm Iselle.
P.M. UPDATE: Lava Flow Advances Another 130 Yards
Since 7 a.m. Wednesday, the June 27 Kilauea lava flow has advanced 555 yards and continues to move downhill towards Apa’a St. and the Pahoa Transfer Station.
New Fast-Paced Lava Front Closes Roads
The new flow front has advanced approximately 425 yards since yesterday and is 0.3 miles from the Apa’a St. area. Road closures are in effect for the area.
Second Arrest Made in W. Kawili St. Altercation
A 16-year-old male has been arrested in connection to an altercation that occurred in Hilo. This follows the arrest and attempted murder charge of a Pahoa man.
SBA Makes Disaster Loans Available After Iselle’s Impact
A Disaster Loan Outreach Center has opened at the Pahoa Community Center for those wishing to apply for federal disaster loans to cover damage caused by Tropical Storm Iselle.
NAS Pool to Close for Electrical Work
The Department of Parks and Recreation will close the NAS pool on Oct. 30 for electrical work.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/22/14
The breakout flow that has been moving at a fast rate advanced 100 yards since yesterday, overtaking the original flow.
DOE Superintendent Matayoshi Excels
The Hawai’i State BOE announced that Superintendent Kathryn Matayoshi received an overall 2014 rating of “Exceeds Expectations.”
Agreement Reached for Two Lane Chain of Craters Road
Work will begin on Oct. 24 to restore Chain of Craters Road to include two lanes of traffic.
Pohakuloa Marine Convoy Scheduled for Friday
Oahu-based Marines will be convoying from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area from Oct. 24 – 27.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 10/21/14
The June 27 lava flow has resumed, moving 30 yards since yesterday. Other lava flow breakouts have continued to move.
