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Nearly 3 Inches of Rain Falls on Honokaʻa in the Past 24 Hours
Several inches of rain fell on Hawaiʻi Island overnight with the most recorded precipitation falling in Honokaʻa, according to data from the National Weather Service this morning.
26 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 124 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 88,147.
14K Gallons of Wastewater Discharged into Pepeʻekeo Coastal Waters
Approximately 14,340 gallons of wastewater were discharged from the Kulaimanu wastewater treatment plant in Pepeʻekeo.
High Surf Advisory Issued for North-Facing Shores
A high surf advisory is in effect for north-facing shores from noon today to 6 a.m. Monday.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Jail Escapee
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating an inmate who escaped from Hale Nani Correctional Center in Hilo Friday night.
Weekly Big Island Road Closures: Dec. 4-10
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures on the Big Island for the week of Dec. 4-10.
Flood Advisory Issued for Northwestern Areas of Big Island
A flood advisory is in effect until midnight for the northwestern parts of the Big Island.
DOH Investigates Several More Possible Cases of Omicron Variant in Hawaii
Hawai‘i is investigating several more potential cases of the Omicron strain of coronavirus after identifying the first in an O´ahu resident on Thursday.
County Creates Interactive Hazard Map Ahead of Weekend Storm
Hawaiʻi County has created an interactive hazard map to provide the public with real-time information relating to natural hazards on Hawaiʻi Island.
Weather Advisories Extended
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended all advisories on the Big Island.
Holiday Festivities Begin at Queens’ Marketplace
Queens’ Marketplace in Waikoloa kicks off its community holiday traditions this weekend.
Wet Weather Conditions Expected Island-Wide Through the Weekend
All weather advisories for Big Islands summits continue to be in effect, Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency reported this afternoon.
13 Stranded Kayakers Rescued on Kauaʻi
Thirteen kayakers were rescued Thursday, Dec. 2, on Kauaʻi after getting stranded on Wailua River near Uluwehi Falls.
HPD Outstanding Police Warrants: Dec. 3, 2021
Hawaiʻi police releases its weekly list of individuals wanted for outstanding warrants.
14 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 125 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 88,023.
A Cloud of 10K points: Terrestrial Laser Scanning of Halemaʻumaʻu
Scientists at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) largely rely on aerial data collection for making maps of ongoing eruptions at Kīlauea.
HPD Seek Help Finding Missing Woman, Considered At-Risk
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a missing 61-year-old woman who is considered at-risk.
Flood Advisory Issued for East Hawaiʻi
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for areas of East Hawaiʻi in effect until 7 p.m.
Blizzard Warning Issued for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a blizzard warning for Big Island summits starting Friday at 6 p.m. to Sunday at 6 a.m.
