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DOH Reports 113 New COVID Cases Monday
The state’s seven-day average is now 167 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.8%.
Police Identify Victim in Fatal Big Island Motorcycle Crash
This is the 20th traffic fatality this year compared to 13 at this time last year.
High Surf to Remain Throughout Islands Through Mid-Week
Much of Hawaii has seen elevated surf over the last several days, and it isn’t expected to recede anytime soon.
Get Answers to COVID-19, Vaccine Booster Questions
People with vaccine questions can also call the Aloha United Way’s 211 Call Center at 2-1-1. The AUW211 call center is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Waikoloa Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash
The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Police believe that speed was a possible factor in the incident.
$11 Million in DOE Funding for Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions
This funding provides critical support to Native Hawaiian students in their ongoing educations.
Crash Closes Major Big Island Intersection
Motorists are asked to drive with caution and watch out for first responders on-scene.
Wind and Surf Advisory Extended
The National Weather Service high surf advisory for east and south facing shores has been extended to Sunday evening.
Magnitude-6.2 Quake Rocks Big Island
A series of earthquakes struck off the Ka´ū coast late Sunday morning.
No Tsunami Expected After Massive Big Island Earthquake
There is no threat of a tsunami after an earthquake struck off the coast of Ka´ū late Sunday morning.
218 New Cases
The state’s seven-day average is now 176 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.9%.
HTFG Conference Goes Virtual Due to COVID Surge
Originally scheduled in person this week, the 31st Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference pivoted to all-virtual presentations due to the recent surge of COVID-19.
Police Seek Help Finding Missing Man
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a man who has been reported missing.
Civil Defense Reports Dusty Road Conditions in South Kohala
High winds are causing dusty road conditions in South Kohala this afternoon, according to the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency.
49 New COVID Cases Reported on the Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 196 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 81,283.
Wind, High Surf Advisories Extended
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended wind and high surf advisories through Sunday evening, Oct. 10.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled in for South Hilo
The Department of Water Supply will be conducting a fire hydrant flow test on Ha‘aheo Road in South Hilo between the hours of 4-5 a.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Oct. 9-15
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures of Oct. 9-15.
State Rolls Back Some Oahu Restrictions, No Changes Coming For Big Island
Coronavirus restrictions will change in parts of Hawai´i next week, but the Big Island isn’t yet one of them.
