Maui News
Senate Passes Hirono Bill to Strengthen Volcano Monitoring Capabilities
Senators Mazie K. Hirono, Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) secured the passage of S. 346, the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System Act.
New Fissure, 22nd Vent Located SE of Puna Geothermal
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has reported a new fissure 22, between fissures 19 and 20, in an area southeast of the Puna Geothermal Venture facility.
Haleakalā National Park Seeks Cultural Practitioners
Haleakalā National Park is looking for cultural practitioners from local communities for Hana No`eau, a series of cultural demonstrations that will be offered in the park’s Kīpahulu and Summit Districts.
DOH Confirms First Case of Rat Lungworm on O‘ahu in 2018
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has confirmed a case of rat lungworm disease in a toddler from Central Oʻahu. The child became ill earlier this month…
Pacific Media Group Kahului Job Fair, May 19
Pacific Media Group will hold its 19th Summer Job Fair on Saturday, May 19, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center in Kahului.
Top Maui Headlines: May 17, 2018
Get an update on the volcanic eruption, growing cases of mumps, enforcement on the roadways and more in this week’s headline recap video with Kiaora Bohlool.
Information Sought in Weekend Makawao Assault
A 40-year-old man was transported to the hospital in serious condition after suffering injuries in an assault in Makawao early Saturday morning.
Maui Company Fined for Unpermitted Construction at Olowalu Stream
The Commission on Water Resource Management fined the Olowalu Water Company, Inc. of Maui $1,500 for construction of a concrete dam/spillway without a permit.
Mariners Rescued, Sail Boat Sinks off Molokini
Two mariners were rescued from a grounded vessel off of Molokini Crater in Maui County waters on Wednesday night.
Work at Southern Terminus of Lahaina Bypass TODAY
Motorists are advised of a lane shift at the Southern Terminus of the Honoapiʻilani Hwy Realignment Phase 1B-2 (aka Lahaina Bypass) today, May 17, 2018.
Larger Steam Driven Explosions Possible at Kīlauea Volcano
Authorities reflected upon the eruptive activity in 1924, saying it involved a series of explosions. Scientists say they are in it for the long haul.
Earthquake Causes Road Cracks, Structural Damage at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Building up to today’s steam explosion at the summit of Kīlauea, yesterday’s earthquake activity at the location caused noticeable damage.
BREAKING: Explosive Eruption at Kīlauea, 30,000 ft Ash Plume Expected
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports an Explosive Eruption at Kīlauea’s Summit occurred this morning. The resulting ash plume was estimated to be 30,000 ft high
Maui Students Ace Math Circle Competition
The Maui Math Circle, a student-run community service program where middle and high school students teach advanced math concepts and problem solving skills to elementary school students, now serves over 120 elementary school students from 20 schools across the island.
New Security Features Unveiled for New Hawai‘i State Hospital Building
The Hawai‘i Dept of Health today unveiled the security features for a new, $140 million, state-of-the-art Hawai‘i State Hospital building to enhance safety.
Second Summit Quake in Three Hours, No Tsunami Expected
There is no tsunami threat following a second earthquake at the summit region of the Kīlauea Volcano in three hours. The first was measured at 4.4, and the…
Ige Forms Dual-Status Command to Streamline Response to Kīlauea Eruption
The formation of this JTF establishes a clear chain of command to maintain operational unity between state and federal efforts and increase efficiency.
Earth Day Campaign Addresses Dangers of Plastic Straws
To address the critically important issue of single-use plastics and harmful plastic drinking straws, Pacific Whale Foundation has launched an Earth Day awareness campaign called The Last Straw.
Active Spattering at Fissures, Sulfur Dioxide Plumes Accumulate in Cloud Deck
The view from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory overflight this morning showed calm winds with sulfur dioxide plumes rising and accumulating in the cloud deck.
No Tsunami After 4+ Earthquake at Kīlauea Volcano Summit
There was no tsunami threat following a 4.4 (preliminary 4.2) magnitude earthquake reported at 8:31 a.m. on May 16, 2018 in the summit of Kīlauea Volcano.
