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DLNR: Caution urged near lava lands in coastal areas of Hawaiʻi Island
Newly formed lands from the 2018 Kīlauea volcano lava flows, known as lava deltas, are creating a potential hazard for Hawaiʻi Island residents and visitors. The recent discovery of a large crack in a lava delta at Kapoho, in the Puna district, demonstrates the enduring instability that newly created land presents and may indicate signs of imminent collapse.
Hawai‘i Community Foundation awards $1.2M to protect nearshore marine areas
The Hawai‘i Community Foundation announced more than $1.2 million in grants to 18 organizations and programs providing meaningful contributions to the goal of the Holomua Marine Initiative, which focuses on protecting and restoring nearshore marine areas in Hawai‘i through community engagement and co-management. The grantees have programs in Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island, Moloka‘i, Maui, O‘ahu and statewide.
Hawaiʻi Land Trust awarded $803,700 grant for Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge
The Hawai‘i Land Trust has been awarded an $803,700 grant from NOAA for the federal Climate-Ready Coasts initiative. The funds will be used at the 277-acre Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge on Maui. It will also fund restoration of taro fields and the fishpond at Kapoho, which is located within the refuge.
Volcano Watch: Should old eruptions be forgotten?
January was established as the Island of Hawai‘i’s annual Volcano Awareness Month in 2010 as part of an effort to increase understanding of Hawaiian volcanoes among residents and visitors. Important eruption anniversaries in January include the start of Kīlauea’s long-lived Pu‘u‘ō‘ō eruption on the middle East Rift Zone (1983–2018) and the 1960 Kapoho eruption. Until 2018, these were the two most destructive recent eruptions of Kīlauea.
100+ Citations Issued at Kehena Beach in Month-Long Enforcement
“Starting from the late 80’s, into the 90’s, the number of accessible beaches in the Puna area has shrunk…inundated by lava… We are seeing the population increasing and now everybody is trying to find a space where they can enjoy the ocean…that’s Kehena,” said DOCARE Lt. Lawrence Terlep Jr.
Crisis Counseling Transition Underway in Wake of 2018 Kilauea Eruption
Although the eruption has stopped, many remain homeless in search of permanent homes and most shelters in the Pāhoa area remain 75% full.
Crews Inspect Puna Coastline for Turtles Threatened by Lava
“It would be very difficult to save turtles anywhere along the coastline at this point. The water is so turbid and murky that it would be hard to even spot them up-close from the shoreline. The time has passed.” –Ikaika Marzo
DLNR Responds to Social Media Postings on Turtles Trapped by Lava
Recent social media posts have shown photos and expressions of concern for sea turtles reportedly trapped or affected by the East Rift Zone Eruption.
Kīlauea Eruption: What’s Happening Beneath the Sea Surface
Mahalo to Paradise Helicopters for the amazing doors off overflight of the eruption zone. We captured images of the ocean entry which were used in this piece. The older video is from an education resource and research done by oceanographer
Maui to Host 2nd Kōkua Puna Drive for Puna Evacuees, June 9-10
A second Kōkua Puna collection drive is planned for this weekend on Maui, in response to the escalating conditions faced by evacuees fleeing the Kīlauea volcano eruption on Hawai’i Island.
Motorist Speeds Through Checkpoint Amid Active Lava Flow
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested a motorist after he allegedly disregarded and sped through a traffic control checkpoint on Government Beach Road just north of the intersection with Hwy. 132 as an active lava flow approached on Saturday morning.
