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Flash Flood Watch Extended to Wednesday Morning
If you experience heavy rain or rising water, head to higher ground immediately.
DUI Arrests for Week of March 9-15
During the week of March 9-15, Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Wanted Woman
Hawai‘i Police Department’s Area I Traffic Enforcement Unit is asking for the public’s help in locating a woman wanted on multiple bench warrants.
DPW To Conduct Road Paving in Hilo
There will be alternating lanes of travel and motorists are advised to drive with caution in the work zone.
HPD Seeks Missing Teenager
If you have information on the missing person’s whereabouts, contact dispatch at 808-935-3311.
Cruise Ship Bound for Hilo Rerouted to Honolulu
The Maasdam cruise ship was scheduled for a port call in Hilo, but the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation Harbors Division said Monday afternoon that reservation has been canceled.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature Shuts Down Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
The COVID-19 pandemic may also have an impact on upcoming elections. Every representative in the Hawai‘i House is up for reelection, and there are 13 State Senate seats up for grabs.
Trump Tells Public to Avoid Bars and Restaurants
The president advised people to also avoid non-essential travel and social groupings of more than 10.
Hawai‘i State Legislature to Suspend 2020 Session
The Hawai‘i State Legislature will suspend the 2020 Legislative Session because of concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak.
Hawai‘i Judiciary Announces Entry Restrictions
The Hawai‘i State Judiciary will begin on Monday, March 16, monitoring who it lets into its facilities across the state.
Cancellations Pile Up Across Hawai‘i
Additional closures have been announced due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flood Advisory for Kona, Kohala Regions
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for South Kohala and North and South Kona through Sunday evening.
Flash Flood Watch, Small Craft Advisories Take Effect for Big Island
Heavy rain will likely affect urban and leeward locations as well as lower elevations, which are more vulnerable to flooding impacts.
COVID-19 Cases Hit 7, Schools Close, Businesses Asked to Allow Work From Home
The state will try and help parents who will face an extra burden due to school cancellations, though Gov. David Ige admitted that as of Sunday the state had “no specific plan.”
Hawai‘i to Shutter Public Schools Through March
The suddenness of the decision shows just how fluid government action is in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, of which the number of confirmed cases in Hawai‘i jumped 300% on Saturday alone.
Weekly Big Island Road and Lane Closures
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Camp Kiaʻi Calls for Maunakea Visitation Halt in Midst of COVID-19 Outbreak
“Finally, we want everyone to rest assured that we have made these decisions to reduce visitors with an understanding that there is no imminent threat of construction at this time. Should that time come, we will notify you all immediately.”
Flash Flood Watch to Begin Sunday Night
Rain will likely affect urban and leeward locations as well as lower elevations, which are more vulnerable to flooding impacts.
Fifth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed on O‘ahu
Gov. David Ige will hold a press conference Sunday to provide more details about the fifth case,
