West Hawaii News
Kailua-Kona Man Dies in Moped Crash
A 64-year-old man died as a result of a single vehicle crash on Hinalani St. near Anini St in Kailua-Kona.
Flood Advisory for Kona Area Expires
Coastal waters around the Big Island remain under a Small Craft Advisory until 6 p.m. Sunday.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Flood Warning Extended, Conditions to Improve
A gradual improvement in conditions is expected for Hawaii County starting tonight, but the threat for heavy rain still exists along the southeastern coast.
Small Numbers Turn Up at Big Island Red Cross Shelters
One shelter, Waiakea High School, did not have a single person walk in during Hurricane Ana’s presence around the island.
BREAKING: Flash Flood Warning, Wind Advisory for Hawai’i County
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported road closures due to flash flooding near Kawa Flats between 57 and 58 miles markers of the Mamalahoa Highway.
2 A.M. UPDATE: Tropical Storm Watch Cancelled
While the Tropical Storm Watch was cancelled, a flood advisory remains in effect for the Big Island until 4:30 a.m.
11 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, Tropical Storm Conditions Unlikely
The intensity of the Hurricane Ana has increased a bit since the last update and the track still brings Ana south of the islands through the forecast period.
UHH, Hawai’i CC Weekend Operation Update
The University of Hawai’i System has announced an update on weekend operations for UH-Hilo and Hawai’i CC.
8 P.M. UPDATE: Impact Update on Hurricane Ana
No changes have been made to the alerts that are posted. The intensity has not changed since the last update but the track has been nudged farther west.
Ho’okena Man Wanted for Violating Probation
Matthew Alani, 29, is also wanted for questioning in connection to an abuse case.
Police Release Oct. 17 List of Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, But Forecast Remains Unchanged
Gusts up to 40 miles per hour and waves reaching 15 feet have already been felt at South Point.
DLNR Closures as Ana Approaches
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has issued a list of closures of their managed areas as Hurricane Ana approaches.
Evacuation Sites to Open at Noon
The Hawai’i Red Cross will be opening five evacuation shelters throughout the island in anticipation of Tropical Storm Ana.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Upgraded to a Hurricane
Hurricane Ana is now a Category 1 Hurricane south of the Big Island.
FRIDAY 5 A.M. UPDATE: Hurricane Conditions Unlikely for Ana
Ana continues to move far away from the state, but Chief Meteorologist Malika Dudley reminds the public that adverse weather remains in the forecast.
11 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Quickens; Kauai & Ni’ihau In Forecast Cone
Hawai’i County remains in a Tropical Storm Watch as Ana continues to move farther away.
8 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens as Path Still Uncertain
As Ana draws closer, a Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for leeward and southeastern coastal waters.
Young Brothers Adjusts Sailing Schedules Due to Ana
Young Brothers Ltd. is monitoring Tropical Storm Ana and its affect on the Hilo and Kawaihae ports.
2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Still Projected to Pass South of Big Island
During the Central Pacific Hurricane Center’s 2 p.m. briefing, forecasters gave an update on Ana’s path, which still takes it South of the Big Island.
