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Volcano Watch: A fresh look at Kīlauea’s 1924 explosive deposits
“Volcano Watch” is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. This week’s article was written by HVO geologist Kendra J. Lynn and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa student Reed Mershon. Last week’s “Volcano Watch” summarized Kīlauea’s...
Two Puna women accused of stealing a car from a 7-Eleven parking lot
Two Pāhoa women are facing charges after taking a Nissan Versa originally reported stolen on May 7 from the parking lot of the Pāhoa 7-Eleven Store. Kauka Santiago, 21, and Kawai Kahe‘e, 24, made their initial appearances in Hilo District Court on Friday. Santiago is charged with...
Man found dead during search for missing Hawaii Island woman
KEAAU, Hawaii (Island News) -- Police say officers found a man dead in a home on 15th Avenue off Makuu Drive while they were executing a search warrant in connection with a missing woman. Island News was told officers heard a gunshot so they called in SWAT. When officers entered...
More than 250 Hawai‘i Community College graduates now on to their next chapters
Hawai‘i Community College recently celebrated and wished more than 250 graduates a bright future during spring 2024 commencement ceremonies in Hilo and Waikōloa. A strong thunderstorm and flash flooding nearly led to the cancellation of the May 10 ceremony for the college’s Manono campus at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo. But in typical Hilo fashion, the sun emerged just in time to shine on the 155 graduates in attendance.
Flood Watch Issued For Hawaiʻi As Developing Kona Low Approaches
HAWAIʻI - Forecasters say excessive rainfall and flash flooding will continue to be a concern for the entire State of Hawaiʻi. (BIVN) – A Flood Watch has been issued for the entire State of Hawaiʻi, as a new weather system will impact the islands in the later half of the week.
Big Island police searching for elderly Mountain View woman
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Hawaii (Island News) -- Authorities on the Big Island are searching for an elderly Mountain View woman who went missing Monday morning. Big Island Police say 82-year-old Annette Hughes was last seen around 6:30 a.m. as she was walking on Ohialani Street. Police say Hughes has a medical condition that requires medication, so there is urgency in safely locating her.
Aging Well: Maintaining Liliuokalani Gardens makes Hilo master gardener happy
HILO, Hawaii (Island News) - A Hilo retiree says maintaining a county park is what keeps her Aging Well. K.T. Cannon-Eger cofounded The Friends of Liliuokalani Gardens 14 years ago. She believes it's a special place that deserves care and attention. Caring for the 24.67 acre Lili'uokalani Gardens in Hilo...
Spencer Park closed for debris cleanup
Spencer Park at ʻŌhai‘ula Beach was closed Monday and will reopen at 7 a.m. May 18. The closure is to give Hawaiʻi County Department of Parks and Recreation crews time to clean up debris from the heavy rain and flooding that happened during the weekend. Camping...
Hilo Man Charged With Theft Of Jeep Wrangler, Drug Possession
HILO, Hawaiʻi - Prosecutors say Gilbert Mata stole a Jeep from a Kona car rental and later flipped it over in the ʻImiloa parking lot in Hilo. (BIVN) – A Hilo man has been arrested and charged for the alleged theft of a vehicle in Kona before crashing it in Hilo, as well as the alleged possession of methamphetamine and heroin.
Hawaiʻi Mayor Proclaims Wildfire Community Preparedness Month
HILO, Hawaiʻi - The County of Hawai‘i is urging all residents to participate in wild fire preparedness by educating themselves on fire protection resources. (BIVN) – May 2024 has been proclaimed Wildfire Community Preparedness Month in Hawai‘i County. Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth recently made the...
Police Week Honors New Name: Officer Shot By Serial Killer In 1916
ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI - This years Police Week activities will include tribute to officers who gave their lives in the line of duty, including Michol Octobre. (BIVN) – Police Week will be held nationwide and on the island of Hawaiʻi this week, from May 12 to May 18.
Hilo man charged with theft of Jeep Wrangler, possession of methamphetamine and heroin
Gilbert Mata, 32, of Hilo was arrested and charged in relation to the theft of a 2023 Jeep, according to a recent announcement from the County of Hawaiʻi Office of the Prosecuting Attorney. As stated in the press release:. The car was originally reported stolen on April 21, 2024,...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 19, 2024
Today: Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers in the morning, then scattered showers and slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 77 to 82 near the shore to around 67 at 4000 feet. East winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 17, 2024
Today: Breezy. Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Highs around 82 near the shore to 68 to 73 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with isolated showers in the evening, then partly cloudy with scattered showers after midnight. Lows 69 to 74 near the shore to around 59 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds around 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
More Heavy Rain On The Way, As “Unseasonably Deep” Kona Low Approaches Hawaiʻi
HAWAIʻI - Several threats are likely from Wednesday onward, including heavy rain with flooding, thunderstorms in the strong to severe range, and strong gusty winds. (BIVN) – Hawaiʻi island experienced a weekend of heavy rain and flooding, and the possibility of severe weather will continue later this week.
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