North Hawai‘i News
Flood Warning Posted for Big Island Through 7:15 p.m.
Flood Warning posted for parts of the Big Island…
Jimena Dropped to Tropical Storm Status, Weakens
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena.
Waimea Fire Caused $200K in Damage
A structure fire Saturday afternoon in Waimea cause an estimated $200,000 in damage.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the Big Island through 7:45 p.m. Saturday.
Weekend Lane Closure
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has released lane closure information for the weekend of Sept. 5.
Jimena Remains Far East, Weakening
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Midnight
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning through 9:00 p.m.
Police Release Sept. 4 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
National Suicide Prevention Week: Sept. 7-13
National Suicide Prevention Week is from Sept. 7-13, with World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10.
Hawai’i HPV Vaccinations Low
In Hawai’i, research by the Centers for Disease Control shows that only 34 percent of females and 15 percent of males have been fully immunized from Human Papillomavirus.
HSPLS Libraries Will Observe Labor Day
Hawai’i State Public Library System libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will observe Labor Day.
Jimena Weakens, Moves NW Slowly East of Hawai’i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Hurricane Jimena.
$10K Granted to The Food Basket
A $10,000 check from the Rotary Club of South Hilo will help to provide food assistance to those in need in Puna and Ka’u.
September is the Month to Prepare
The month of September of is National Preparedness Month, and so far in the 2015 hurricane season, the Big Island has seen some drastic weather forces threaten the island.
HVNP Participates in ‘Every Kid in a Park’ Program
Fourth graders across the country can obtain a free pass to federal recreation areas as part of the national “Every Kid in a Park” campaign.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Extended, Flood Advisory Issued
The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Watch through 6 p.m. Friday; and issued a Flood Advisory through 5:45 p.m. Thursday.
DOE Urges Families to Complete ‘Impact Aid’ Survey
Public school students were sent home with surveys that have the potential to bring extra funds to district campuses across the state.
Police Search for Missing Pepe’ekeo Teen
A 17-year-old Pepe’ekeo girl who was last seen on June 6 is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department.
State Sues Company for Alleged Fraud, Misconduct
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Ciber, Inc.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 10 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the Big Island until 7 p.m. Wednesday.
