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Emergency proclamation issued for Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant

February 11, 2025 · 9:01 PM UTC
The treatment plant in Keaukaha, which has operated since 1996 without any renovations or upgrades, is slated for a major fedrally mandated rehabilitation project. Hawaiʻi County awarded a $337 million contract to Honolulu-based Nan Inc. for the project.

‘We expect an impactful event’: Flash flooding, damaging winds, severe storms possible during next couple of days

January 30, 2025 · 3:33 AM UTC
Unusually strong winter storm expected to pass just north of Kaua‘i, dragging cold front up through entire state, with tropical moisture and instability provided by strong southerly kona winds.

Green signs emergency proclamation in response to red flag warning

December 12, 2024 · 6:32 PM UTC
The proclamation enables rapid deployment of resources to mitigate risks in an effort to address existing and potential impacts caused by inclement weather conditions, in this case critical fire weather that could lead to wildfires.

More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact

August 25, 2024 · 5:26 AM UTC
“On its current track, Hone will brush past the southern slopes of the Big Island tonight into Sunday morning, bringing the potential for heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large surf. Expect strong and gusty easterly winds and periods of heavy showers to continue Sunday into Monday as Hone passes south of the smaller islands.” — National Weather Service Hawai‘i Area Synopis from 12:08 p.m. today

Hawai’i County, state partner to mitigate effects on Big Island students of bus driver shortage

August 3, 2024 · 11:00 AM UTC
Officials on Friday identified public transportation routes that can temporarily accommodate students and be adjusted in the short-term to prioritize student access in the affected Hilo-Waiākea and Ka‘ū-Kea‘au-Pāhoa Complex Areas.

Governor declares emergency to avoid loss of phone, internet services for Hawaiian Home Lands households

June 1, 2024 · 4:11 PM UTC
Sandwich Isle Communications recently announced to customers that services would cease on June 1.

Threats from Kona low shift west; governor declares emergency

May 16, 2024 · 7:26 PM UTC
Oʻahu and Maui County are in the crosshairs first, with Kauaʻi targeted into the weekend. The Big Island is being mostly spared.

Gov. Green extends emergency affordable housing proclamation

February 23, 2024 · 8:36 PM UTC
Developers must now produce 60% of their units at 140% of the area median income or less – instead of the previous 50%-plus requirement.

Gov. Green extends emergency proclamation on wildfires

November 7, 2023 · 12:00 AM UTC
The renewed emergency proclamation will be in effect through Jan. 5 unless terminated or superseded by separate proclamation, whichever shall occur first.

Gov. Green issues fifth emergency proclamation for wildfires

August 14, 2023 · 6:28 AM UTC
Gov. Josh Green issued a fifth emergency proclamation after leaving Maui on Sunday, Aug. 13.

Gov. Josh Green issues fourth Emergency Proclamation relating to wildfires

August 11, 2023 · 1:04 AM UTC
The fourth proclamation helps to facilitate response, recovery, and rebuilding for West Maui.

Tourists leaving Maui express sadness for island residents after wildfire consumes Lahaina

August 10, 2023 · 1:27 AM UTC
Tourist Sarah Adams said she could not “morally or ethically” stay on Maui any longer knowing that she would be using resources that were needed by residents.

State of Hawai’i issues emergency proclamation for Maui air travel, Hurricane Dora

August 9, 2023 · 6:11 PM UTC
Hawai’i Acting Gov. Sylvia Luke issued an emergency proclamation to extend the state of emergency to all counties and discourage non-essential air travel to Maui.

Chief Housing Officer to address top questions surrounding Emergency Proclamation on Housing

August 9, 2023 · 11:00 AM UTC
The virtual question-and-answer session will begin at 2:30 p.m., and will be livestreamed on the Office of the Governor Facebook page and the Office of the Governor Instagram feed.

Maui firefighters battling multiple blazes, including on Front Street in Lahaina

August 9, 2023 · 8:26 AM UTC
Firefighters on Maui have been battling wildfires and structure fires on Tuesday in Upcountry and Lahaina areas, including on the main tourist drag of Front Street. The fires are not contained, fueled by high winds and dry air as a result of Hurricane Dora.

State issues emergency proclamation Tuesday for wildfires in Hawaiʻi and Maui counties fueled by Dora weather

August 9, 2023 · 3:56 AM UTC
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, acting on behalf of Gov. Josh Green, issued an emergency proclamation on Tuesday afternoon relating to wildfires in Maui and Hawaiʻi Counties that are being fueled by windy and dry conditions created by Hurricane Dora.

Perimeter fence to be in place soon around former Uncle Billy’s on Hilo’s Banyan Drive

August 6, 2023 · 12:27 AM UTC
The state has contracted Andrew’s Fencing of Hilo on the Big Island for the project. The company will start work this month, which will take about a month to complete.

Demolition of former Uncle Billy’s in Hilo could begin by the end of this year

July 29, 2023 · 11:00 AM UTC
Because of recent actions by the Hawai’i County Council and Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, there is a mandate to fast track demolition of the abandoned 148-bedroom structure that formerly was Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel along Banyan Drive.

Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation for former Uncle Billy’s hotel in Hilo

July 19, 2023 · 8:29 AM UTC
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green on Tuesday issued an emergency proclamation mandating the state take urgent action to deal with public safety issues at the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel, which once was an iconic resort and is now abandoned and a magnet for trespassers and illegal activity.

Gov. Josh Green declares State of Emergency for housing crisis; 1 resident leaving Hawaiʻi every 36 minutes

July 18, 2023 · 1:57 AM UTC
Green’s emergency proclamation, signed on July 17, seeks to expedite the construction of new homes through a slew of measures including appointing a state Lead Housing Officer, creating a working group and streamlining established regulatory processes.
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