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Vandalism Forces Closure of Maui’s Kalama Park Skatepark
Vandalism of the Kalama Park Skatepark in South Maui has forced the closure of the facility until crews can assess and reconstruct damaged areas.
Hawai‘i Volcanic Eruption Update: Mandatory Evacuations, Closures
The Hawaiʻi Fire Department reports extremely high levels of dangerous Sulfur Dioxide gas detected in the evacuation area.
Hawai‘i Island Eruption Leads to Evacuation of Leilani Estates
Hawaii Civil Defense has called for an evacuation of all residents of the Leilani Estates subdivision on Hawaii Island as a result of steam and lava emissions
No Tsunami: 5.0 Earthquake on South Flank of Kīlauea Volcano
There is no tsunami expected following a 5.0 (preliminary magnitude 4.4) earthquake on the South Flank of the Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawaiian Telcom to Launch Symmetrical High-Speed Internet
Symmetrical Internet features equivalent upload and download speeds, enabling Hawai‘i residents to send multi-media communication as fast as they receive it.
Southwest Plans Hawai‘i Non-Stop Service From 4 California Airports
Southwest Airlines today shared more details in the carrier’s service plans for Hawaiʻi by announcing initial gateway cities in California…
Potential Volcanic Hazards Prompt Closure of 15,688 Acres at Kīlauea
Due to the possibility of a new eruption and geologic activity, park management closed more than 15,000 acres near Kīlauea Volcano’s Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō vent to the ocean
New Admiral to Lead Coast Guard 14th District
The Coast Guard 14th District held a change of command ceremony bidding farewell to Rear Adm. Vincent B. Atkins and welcoming Rear Adm. Brian K. Penoyer.
Kīhei Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Crash with Garbage Truck
A 33-year-old man from Kīhei, Maui sustained life-threatening injuries in a crash Wednesday morning on North Kīhei Road.
Maui Police Plan Cinco de Mayo Impaired Driving Enforcement
Starting Friday and continuing through the weekend, the Maui police will increase impaired driving enforcement in conjunction with the Cinco de Mayo holiday.
BREAKING: Agencies Mobilize for Possible Volcanic Eruption in Lower Puna
County, State and Federal agencies are preparing for a possible eruption amid continuous earthquakes along the East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano.
Hawai‘i Ingredient Ban on Sunscreen and Pesticides, First in Nation if Signed
If signed into law, Hawai‘i will become the first state in the nation to ban the sale of all sunscreens that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate, and the first…
Kīhei Man Missing as Family Faces Eviction
Maui police are seeking help in locating Paul John Enns of Kīhei who went missing amid reports of possible emotional distress as his family faces eviction.
Maui Police Issue 1,211 Citations During Distracted Driver Enforcement
1,211 citations were issued including 554 for distracted driving, during an enforcement campaign targeting violators of the mobile electronic device law.
Moana to Premiere in ‘Olelo Hawai‘i at World Oceans Day
The ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi-version of Disney’s Moana will premiere at World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 10, at Ko Olina Resort.
Increased Earthquake Activity Below Kīlauea Volcano Means Outbreak of Lava Possible
While it is not possible to predict where an outbreak could occur, the area east of Puʻu Oʻo is a possible location.
No Tsunami After 4.2 Quake On South Flank of Kīlauea
There was no tsunami threat after an early morning earthquake on the South Flank of the Kilauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
80-Footer is Biggest Wave Ever Surfed in History
Also…Ian Walsh’s incredible barrel ride at the 2018 Pe’ahi Challenge earned him the Ride of the Year award, and Tube of the Year Award for the same wave.
Work From Hawai‘i Week-Long Residencies Offered to New Yorkers
Inspired by this “workforce on the move” Hawaiʻi Tourism United States will launch a pilot residency program in the islands in September.
Maui Senators Move on Pesticides and Oxybenzone Bills
Senate Bill 2571 bans the sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any sunscreen that contains oxybenzone or octinoxate without a prescription…
