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Police seeking runaway Chloe Bishop
Bishop was last seen in the area of Puu Nani Drive in Kamuela, on Aug. 9 at 3 p.m. wearing a black hoodie, black fitness/spandex shorts and unknown footwear.
Agriculture department to establish emergency loan program for farmers, ranchers impacted by wildfires
The Emergency Proclamation by Acting Gov. Sylvia Luke on Aug. 8 allows the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture to activate an emergency loan program.
How to help our neighbors on Maui
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation and Maui United Way are accepting online monetary donations to help Maui residents affected by fires and has left at least 36 people dead.
Top 20 things to do on the Big Island Aug. 10-16: Donate to Lahaina, Flower Fest, Pāhoa Art Walk, Carlos Santana Tribute, and Football
From a Flower Festival in Honoka’a to a Tribute to Carlos Santana in Hilo, there’s music, food, Walks to End homelessness and more happening on the Big Island this week. But our No. 1 thing to do this week is help the people of Lahaina. Here’s your Top 20 events on the Big Island this week.
Gov. Green grants administrative leave for state offices on Maui, orders lowering of flags
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green says nonessential state employees on the Island do not need report to work from Thurs., August 10, through Sun., August 13.
North and South Kohala brush fires under control but flare-ups still a threat
No injuries among residents or fire personnel have been reported as of Wednesday morning.
President Biden approves disaster declaration for Hawai’i fires
The federal assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, as well as other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the wildfires.
August is ‘Drive Aloha Month’ to encourage safe and responsible driving
Honolulu City and County Mayor Rick Blangiardi signed a proclamation marking August as Drive Aloha Month to promote road safety and foster a driving culture with the aloha spirit on the island. Other neighbor island counties have signed similar proclamations for the month.
Update: Red flag warning, wind advisory canceled for Big Island
The National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu says trade winds are decreasing and humidity levels are recovering this evening.
Wildfire update 4: Hisaoka Gym in Kapaʻau, Waimea Community Center back to normal operations
The red flag warning for leeward areas of the Big Island remains in effect as critical fire weather conditions of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures makes for extreme fire danger.
US military units support efforts to battle wildfires on Big Island, Maui
The U.S. Army 25th Combat Aviation Brigade deployed two UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and one CH-47 Chinook helicopter to Hawai’i Island to conduct firefighting operations. Additionally, U.S. Navy Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 37 sent MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to assist the U.S. Coast Guard in search and rescue operations on Maui.
White Gloves Moving Co. in Kona accepting donations for Maui relief efforts following wildfires
The Big Island logistics firm is accepting supplies and donations Thursday morning to be taken to Maui to help with recovery efforts.
Big Island police launch arson investigation into Ka‘ū wildfire
There were two separate wildfires burning Wednesday afternoon on each side of Mill Camp Road in Pāhala. Police say one was determined to have started under suspicious circumstances.
American Savings Bank pledges $100K to wildfire relief efforts on Big Island, Maui
The funds will be dispersed to nonprofits working to support on-the-ground recovery efforts and assist in long-term rebuilding plans.
Roth to form Hawaiʻi County task force to assist with response to devastating Maui brush fires
The objective of the task force will be to establish a unified front of expertise, resources and assistance to aid Maui County in its recovery. The task force will work with local agencies, organizations and volunteers to identify needs, coordinate efforts and redirect resources effectively.
Maui Fire Map: NASA’s FIRMS Offers Near Real-Time Insights into Maui Wildfires
Amidst the ongoing wildfires in Maui, NASA’s Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS) steps in as a reliable tool, utilizing real-time data from satellite imagery to assist in tracking the progression of the fires.
Smoke and Dust Advisory due to brush fires on Maui and Hawai’i Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Clean Air Branch is advising residents and visitors in these areas – especially those who suffer from pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis or emphysema – to take precautionary measures or leave the area until the fire is contained and the smoke subsides.
Tourists leaving Maui express sadness for island residents after wildfire consumes Lahaina
Tourist Sarah Adams said she could not “morally or ethically” stay on Maui any longer knowing that she would be using resources that were needed by residents.
Hearts broken over loss of Na ‘Aikane o Maui Cultural Center destroyed in Lahaina fire
The losses from the Lahaina fire include Front Street’s iconic banyan tree, a fishpond and the Na ‘Aikane o Maui Cultural Center.
