#Hawaiian Islands
Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation ahead of expected storm to Hawaiian Islands
The storm is expected to affect Kauaʻi and Oʻahu first, with conditions expanding across the rest of the state through the weekend.
Brown water advisory issued throughout Hawaiian Islands
It’s recommended to stay out of the water for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.
Wind advisory issued for Hawaiian Islands; 2 beach parks remain closed due to high surf
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, south to southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected.
Rain headed to Hawaiian Islands this weekend to bring flood watch
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a kona low will develop north of Kaua‘i Saturday night and pass northwest of the islands on Sunday before drifting to the west on Monday.
UH Mānoa oceanographers reveal the lifecycle behind summertime photosynthetic microbes
A UH Mānoa study dives into the mystery and the origin of the swirls of color appearing in the North Pacific Ocean each summer.
Island of Hawai‘i renamed to simply ‘Hawai‘i’
The Hawaiʻi Board on Geographic Names, part of the State of Hawai‘i Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, officially voted to change the name during its meeting on Dec. 10.
Update: Red flag warning previously in effect for most of Big Island canceled
National Weather Service says increasing moisture associated with a passing upper-level disturbance will decrease critical fire weather conditions over the islands of Maui County and the Big Island.
Hawaiʻi air travel expected to continue with minimal disruption despite federal shutdown
Despite a federal government shutdown, travel to the Hawaiian Islands remains largely unaffected, with essential services such as air traffic control and TSA operations continuing.
Update: coastal flooding statement canceled throughout the state
The National Weather Service has lifted the coastal flooding statement for Hawaii, initially issued last week, as Sunday afternoon tides peaked.
High tide to bring minor coastal flooding to Hawaiian Islands
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low-lying coastal areas starting as early as Tuesday afternoon.
Groundbreaking research reveals potential underwater reservoir off Hawaiʻi Island coast
Scientists investigated the potential vast underground reservoir of fresh water beneath Hawaiʻi Island’s ocean floor, potentially revolutionizing the understanding of island hydrology and offering new fresh water sources.
UPDATE: Tsunami advisory is canceled, County of Hawaiʻi to open beach parks, all roads
Hawai‘i County officials ask residents, however, to exercise caution and stay out of the water, as coastal areas continue to be hazardous.
Weather update #5: Hurricane Iona now southwest of Honolulu and is weakening
Additional weakening is expected today with the hurricane anticipated to weaken to a tropical storm later this morning. Forecasters say they expect little change in strength tonight and Thursday.
Update: High surf advisory cancelled for the south shores of Hawaiʻi Island today
Above average surf will continue along south facing shores, but will remain below advisory thresholds.
UH Hilo student ‘walking on cloud 9’ after receiving NASA internship to study Jupiter’s moon
At age 48, UH Hilo student Raven Kromer will be interning at NASA to study the icy terrain of Jupiter’s moon Europa, hoping to find insights into the potential for life beyond Earth.
93-year-old Big Island legend Uncle Manny Veincent shares experiences, knowledge in new memoir
The memoir takes readers on a journey through the life of Uncle Manny Veincent, including his childhood fishing stories, fire rescues, nene counting, military service, paddling achievements and a profound connection to Hawaiʻi.
Visitor numbers increase for the fourth consecutive month across the Hawaiian Islands
There were 770,940 visitors to the Hawaiian Islands in November of this year, which is an increase of 5.3% compared to the same month in 2023.
Update: Flood watch extended until early Tuesday morning as upper level low persists
The upper level low-pressure system near the Hawaiian Islands will maintain moist and unstable conditions that could produce periods of locally heavy showers.
High tides this weekend could bring minor coastal flooding throughout the state
According to the National Weather Service, the upcoming high tides are a combination of the full moon and water levels running around 0.5 feet higher than predicted.
Update: Greatest chance of severe storms during daytime, through evening Friday
An unusually strong upper level disturbance moving over Hawai‘i now also brings a threat of flash flooding. A flood watch is in effect for the entire state until 6 a.m. Saturday.
