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Flood Advisory Issued for East Hawai‘i
At 6:18 a.m, radar indicated persistent, fast-moving, moderate to heavy showers streaming over windward Big Island from the east.
Volcano Watch: Small but Notable Magma Intrusion at Kīlauea’s Summit
The 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption and summit caldera collapse marked the end of the 35-year-long Puʻu ʻŌʻō and 10-year-long summit lava lake eruptions, and the beginning of a new chapter in Kīlauea Volcano activity.
Post-Arrival COVID Testing at Kona, Hilo Airports to Continue Into January
Transpacific travel testing at Hawai‘i County’s airports will continue through the new year through a public-private partnership.
Wind Advisory in Effect Starting at Midnight
A wind advisory is in effect starting at midnight and ending at 6 p.m. Friday.
DOH Reports 142 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Thursday reported 142 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 19,731 since the pandemic began.
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Big Island Summits
Wintry mix of rain, snow and freezing rain expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches.
Body Found on Remote Trail in Volcano Identified
Hawai‘i Police have identified a body discovered on a remote trail in the Kahauale‘a Natural Area Reserve, in Volcano.
HPD Renew Request for Help Finding 16-Year-Old Runaway
Hawai‘i Police are renewing their request for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Chanastie K. Caitano, a reported runaway.
Motorists Are Reminded to Not Drink and Drive This Holiday Season
Hawai‘i Police Department will be participating in a sign-waving campaign nationwide to remind motorists to drive sober during the holidays.
Self-Quarantine for Inter-Island Travelers Reduced to 10 Days
The state’s mandatory self-quarantine for travelers entering the state and traveling between counties has been reduced from 14 days to 10.
Flood Advisory in Effect for Hawai‘i County
At 3:53 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over the Kona slopes of the Big Island. The rain was falling at a rate of up to 2 inches per hour.
Additional Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccines Arrived in State
Hawai‘i received another shipment of COVID-19 vaccines today.
DOE Announces Furlough Schedule for Teachers, Employees
The Hawai‘i Department of Education (HIDOE) released its furlough schedule for employees late Tuesday night.
Bike Reportedly Stolen from Waimea Middle School
Hawaiʻi Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a bicycle that was reported stolen from Waimea Middle School.
DOH Reports 110 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Wednesday reported 110 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 19,590 since the pandemic began.
Nearly $6K in Tools Reportedly Stolen in Hilo
Hawai‘i Police Department is investigating a burglary in Hilo where nearly $6,000 worth of tools and equipment were stolen.
Hunter Rescued After Sliding Off Embankment in Honoka‘a
A 43-year-old man was rescued after sliding about 50 feet off an embankment in Honoka‘a late Tuesday night.
East Hawai‘i Adult Care Center Receives Reaccreditation
Commission on Accreditation and Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International recently awarded Hawai‘i Island Adult Care, Inc. (HIAC) with an accreditation award through March 31, 2023.
Kona Woman Sentenced in Death of 6-Year-Old Boy
A Kona woman was sentenced to a maximum of 25 years in prison for her actions that led to the death of 6-year-old Mazen Nihipali-Moniz.
