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UPDATE: Hurricane Recovery and Assistance Operations
Updates on the Big Island’s power outages, recovery efforts, supply centers, shelters, damage reports, cell phone service, park closures, and the voting location on Friday.
Hawai’i County 2014 Primary Election Results
The results of the 2014 primary election for Hawai’i County, without the results from Puna due to damage from Hurricane Iselle. Puna will decide who will be US senator due to the tight race between Hanabusa and Schatz.
Fire Damages Pahoa Home
A total of 13 fire department personnel responded to the blaze at the 1,100 square foot, 3 bedroom home.
Special Election in Storm-Affected Puna Will Name US Senator
The votes could make a difference in the US Senate race where just 300 votes separate Brain Schatz from Colleen Hanabusa in the Democratic primary.
Post-Storm Supplies Available at Centers Around East Hawai’i
Supplies include water, ice (for preserving food), and other supplies and services.
Kua O Ka La PCS to Remain Closed Tuesday
Storm surge damage and inoperable phone service are keeping Kua O Ka La from re-opening its doors up to students.
PHOTOS: Hurricane Iselle – Before & After
A chronological series of images from Big Island Now staff and readers of Hurricane Iselle’s effects on the Big Island.
Water, Ice Distribution Expanded to Mountain View
The department of water supply expands water distribution points, begins hauling water to Paauilo/Kalapana residents.
Primary Election Summary
Gov. Abercrombie concedes to David Ige, while US Senator Schatz scrapes past Hanabusa to hold the senate seat — but that’s contingent on delayed votes in Puna reflecting the current results.
Power Still Out For 17,200 HELCO customers
HELCO hasn’t said when the power is expected to be restored.
Storm Postpones Election for Two Big Island Polling Places
Roads leading to polling places at the Hawaiʻi Paradise Community Center and Keoneopoko Elementary School remained closed on Friday afternoon. Voting for those in the affected areas will be done by absentee ballot.
Roads Blocked, Power Out in Large Sections of Puna
Fallen trees disrupt road access in Hawaiian Paradise Park and Volcano as tropical storm Iselle moves west across the state.
24-Hour Rainfall Totals for Hawai`i Island
24-hour rainfall totals ending at 8 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, show more than 14 inches of rain at Saddle Quarry and Kulani …
Weakened Iselle Drenches Big Island
Flash-flood warnings extended as Tropical Storm Iselle brings heavy rainfall to the Big Island.
CONTAINED: Hydrogen Sulfide Release at Puna Geothermal
Residents near Puna Geothermal Venture advised to remain indoors or evacuate the area.
Airlines, Buses Down, Police Go Door-to Door
Hawaii Island is expected to get the full brunt of Hurricane Iselle tonight.
Iselle Expected To Hit Big Island This Afternoon
Almost all non-essential businesses and activities are already shut down in advance of the storm.
Iselle Update: 9 a.m. Press Conference Highlights
The impacts—in the form of heavy rain, strong winds, and storm surge—are anticipated to begin as early as 4 p.m. on Hawaiʻi Island today, with the center of the storm passing over the Big Island of Hawaiʻi in the late afternoon to evening hours.
Red Cross Emergency Truck Reported Stolen
The vehicle is urgently needed for the the disaster response to Hurricane Iselle.
