News
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.
High Surf Advisory for East-Facing Shores Goes into Effect Saturday Morning
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a high surf advisory for east-facing shores of the Big Island starting at 6 a.m., Saturday.
Number of Vents Spewing Lava Within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater Drops to 1
The number of vents spewing lava within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater has reduced to one.
HPD Releases Names of 25 Wanted Individuals
Persons who know a warrant is out for their arrest are advised to report to the nearest police station to avoid having an officer go to their home or workplace to arrest them.
Underground Fire Forces County to Fence off 100 Acres in Kaʻū
Public lands north of the estuary at Honuʻapo in Kaʻū are closed effective immediately as an underground fire, ignited about six months ago, continues to burn.
State’s 7-Day Case Average Drops Below 200
A total of 39 new infections were identified on the Big Island Friday.
What’s That Rising From the Lava Lake?
Recent activity at Kīlauea has USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) scientists reflecting on prior observations and how they compare to recent activity.
No Injuries Reported After Pāhoa Residential Structure Fire
A single-story residential structure was burned to the ground in Pāhoa Thursday, Oct. 7.
High Winds Could Cause Power Outages Over Weekend
Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings, and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles.
Kona Judge Named to District Court of the Third Circuit Bench
The appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
