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PGV Plans to Power Up By End of 2019
The 38-megawatt plant was taken offline and evacuated when the volcano began erupting on May 3, 2018.
61 Big Island Dairy Calves Find New Homes
The first group of calves rescued through Hawai‘i Lava Flow Animal Rescue Network’s efforts have made their way to their new homes.
LETTER: Lava Disaster Could Worsen Hawai‘i Pension Crisis
The effect on the state’s economy of recent volcanic activity on Hawaii Island might last longer than many realize.
Meteorologist Malika Dudley, Sister Emily Clearwater Interview With BBC World News
Big Island Now Meteorologist, and Hilo native, Malika Dudley was interviewed on BBC World News this evening. She answers questions about the current concerns for residents on the Big Island, including the laze hazard. Her sister, Emily (Dudley) Clearwater, a resident of the Puna district whose home and land has been covered in lava was also interviewed. Malika wraps the interview up talking about how the chemical composition of the lava has changed and how that has affected the rate at which the lava is flowing presently. Watch the video for more.
Lava Tree and Mackenzie State Parks Closed Due to Earthquake Activity
Effective immediately, the DLNR Division of State Parks has closed its Lava Tree State Monument and Mackenzie State Recreation Area until further notice.
Shelters Remain Open Due to Lava Threat
Two American Red Cross shelters remain open for residents evacuated from their homes due to the Kīlauea lava threat at the following locations:
AT&T Text to Assist in Red Cross Disasters
Customers who want to show their support can text “REDCROSS” to 90999 to give $10* to the American Red Cross, which helps people affected by disasters big and small.
New Video of Kīlauea Eruption
New video of the Kīlauea Eruption was released by videographer Mick Kalber.
Hawaiian Telcom Offers Free Internet Service in Two East Hawai‘i Shelters
To support East Hawai‘i residents who are affected by the lava eruptions, Hawaiian Telcom enabled free High-Speed Internet service via WiFi at the Pāhoa Regional Community Center and Kea‘au Community Center.
Rep. Gabbard Visits Puna Following Mandatory Evacuations
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is in Hilo this week in response to eruptions from Kīlauea that have forced more than 1,800 people in Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens to evacuate.
About 14,400 Customers Experience Power Outage Following Earthquake
Hawai‘i Electric Light reports that about 14,400 customers experienced a power outage at 12:33 p.m. today following a 6.9 magnitude earthquake. Power was restored to all customers by 2:20 p.m.
Impact of Kīlauea Volcano on KSBE Campus Operations
The following is an update of Kamehameha Schools (KS) operations in East Hawaiʻi.
