#emergency proclamation
Outdoor burn ban in effect for portions of Hawaiʻi Island to reduce wildfire risk
Several restrictions are in place for those areas under threat of wildfires igniting from critical fire weather conditions, which are expected again later Friday morning and afternoon and Saturday.
Gov. Josh Green issues proclamation protecting COVID-19 vaccine access
Emergency action ensures continued public access to COVID-19 vaccines for residents aged 3 and older, despite new federal limitations.
Acting Hawai‘i Gov. Luke issues emergency proclamation ahead of Hurricane Kiko
The disaster emergency relief period will commence immediately and continue through Sept. 19, unless extended or terminated earlier.
Burn ban issued for parts of Hawaiʻi Island as threat of critical fire weather continues
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda signed an emergency proclamation July 31 that prohibits all outdoor burning, outdoor open flames and ‘hot work’ in an effort to reduce the risk of wildfire in areas of Big Island under red flag warning.
Emergency proclamation issued for Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant
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
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
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
“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
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
Sandwich Isle Communications recently announced to customers that services would cease on June 1.
Threats from Kona low shift west; governor declares emergency
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
