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National park reopens Maunaulu parking lot, associated trails as wildfire smolders
Firefighters continue to suppress the 78-acre Makaopuhi Fire in the remote middle East Rift Zone of Kīlauea volcano south of Nāpau Crater inside Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. It is 70% contained and poses no threats to homes or structures.
After Lāhainā fire ruled ‘accidental,’ survivors still want accountability, compensation
Some families are struggling to rebuild and plan for the future with the timing of the proposed $4 billion settlement for survivors up in the air.
Wildfire burning near Nāpau Crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Kīlauea not erupting
A U.S. Geological Survey overflight at about 11:30 a.m. on Monday confirmed that the plume and glow seen on a webcam near a recent eruption were due to a small wildfire.
Hawai‘i Island leader in wildfire management honored in New York City
Elizabeth Pickett was honored by the media organization Grist for tackling pressing climate problems.
Big Island Now poll results: Mixed feelings felt about Hawaiian Electric’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program
Thirty-four percent of voters felt PSPS put people at risk as losing power would mean losing the ability to power medical supplies.
Big Island Now poll no. 57: What are your thoughts on the Public Safety Power Shutoff program?
The Public Safety Power Shutoff Program, or PSPS, started July 1.
Hawaiian Electric installing video cameras in fire-risk areas throughout the state
The power company signed a five-year contract with California-based ALERTWest that will install a total of 78 camera stations in elevated fire risk areas on the five islands served by the company, with each location having two cameras to provide a full 360-degree view.
Hawaiian Electric to shut off power during high wind days to avoid risk of wildfires
This program will impact approximately 19,300 customers on the Big Island located between Kohala and Waikōloa in North Hawai‘i, between Kalaoa and Hōlualoa in West Hawai‘i and between Mauna Kea Access Road and Waiki‘i Ranch.
First monthly test of outdoor warning siren system scheduled
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
2 roads, Pepeiao Cabin and Kaʻū Desert Trail reopen in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
The park temporarily closed Pepeiao Cabin and much of Kaʻū Desert Trail in October because of increased seismicity in the area south-southwest of Kīlauea caldera.
Big Island Now poll no. 38: How can State Legislature protect Hawai‘i Island from future wildfires
On Nov. 1, the Wildfire Prevention Working Group published a draft report. On Nov. 17, it heard public testimony.
Pōhakuloa Training Area brush fire at 300 to 500 acres, 60% containment
Firefighters are working closely with the Pōhakuloa Training Area environmental section to identify and protect areas with natural and cultural items.
Big Island Now poll results: Emergency access to communities needs improvement islandwide
In looking at how emergency access can improve in communities, voters in the latest Big Island Now poll had one clear answer: build more roads.
Maui police ID six more Lāhainā fire victims
Police have identified 11-year-old Justin Recolizado as a victim of the Aug. 8 Lāhainā fire.
Maui officials ID two more victims killed in wildfire disaster; 65 out of 97 confirmed fatalities have been released publicly
The Maui Police Department released the names of two more victims from the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire. Police today confirmed the identity of: Marilou Dias, 60; and June Anbe, 78, both of Lahaina.
Two more Maui wildfire victims identified; five still pending next of kin notification
The death toll from the deadly Aug. 8 blaze that devastated Lāhainā remains at 115, with a total of 63 victims now officially named.
One new Lāhainā wildfire victim identified by Maui, FBI authorities; death toll remains at 115
The death toll of the Aug. 8 blaze that devastated Lāhainā remains at 115 with 61 people now named.
State and county leaders reflect on Aug. 8 fires on Big Island, Maui and how they can be prepared in the future
Representatives from the state, county, and other agencies gave presentations regarding wildfire preparation during a community meeting in Waimea on Thursday.
Hawai‘i Island police officers help Maui secure Lāhainā in aftermath of deadly blaze
Hawai‘i Island police officers have been going to Maui since a fire destroyed Lāhainā and killed at least 115 people.
Fire Watch for leeward portions of Hawai‘i Island extended through Thursday
Hawai‘i Fire Department is watching for fires from Pāhala in the Ka‘ū District all the way up to Hawī in North Kohala. Deputy Fire Chief Eric Moller anticipates the Fire Watch to rise to a warning.
