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Update: Flood advisory canceled for portions of leeward Big Island

National Weather Service radar indicated at 6:43 p.m. rain falling at about 1 inch an hour over sections of West Hawaiʻi, with the heaviest rain falling in and around Kailua-Kona.

Big Island Now poll No. 52 results: Vote evenly spread for best place to spot humpback whales from island shores

Kapa‘a Beach Park received the most votes with 158. It was followed by Hualālai (Four Seasons Resort) with 142, Punalu‘u Black Sand Beach Park with 123 votes, Hawaiian Paradise Park with 115 and Old Coast Guard Road rounded out the top 5 with 110 votes.

Big Island Now poll No. 52: Which of these locations is best to watch humpback whales from Big Island shores?

With more whales in the water, that means more chances to spot them while they’re here, especially during the peak humpback season from January through March.

Update: Keala O Keawe Road reopens following closure due to crash

A vehicle crash near Hōnaunau Rodeo Arena has closed both lanes of travel on Keala O Keawe Road.

Rangers investigating following burglary at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park on Big Island

The suspect stole several pieces of equipment ranging in total value of between $15,000 and $25,000.

Flash flood warning for parts of West Hawaiʻi canceled

The National Weather Service in Honolulu reports that heavy rain has ended over portions of the Big Island’s west side that triggered the warning earlier today.

Fisherman missing after hooking ʻahi, going overboard

Mark Knittle said “the fish is huge” before disappearing into the ocean four miles outside the Hōnaunau Boat Ramp.