“Hurricane strengthens slightly–now south of Kailua-Kona.”
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Hone Sunday update: Hurricane strengthens slightly; now south of Kailua-Kona
As of 6:30 a.m., the hurricane was about 95 miles south of Kailua-Kona with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph.August 25, 2024 · 7:24 AM HST
Update: Tropical storm warning, flood advisory remain in place as Hurricane Hone passes
A hurricane warning is in place for the Big Island through Sunday.
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August 25, 2024 · 7:24 AM
Hone Sunday update: Hurricane strengthens slightly; now south of Kailua-Kona
As of 6:30 a.m., the hurricane was about 95 miles south of Kailua-Kona with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph.
August 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Celebrate Big Island’s National Wildlife Reserve along Mauna Kea slopes during Walk for the Wild
The 5K walk, scheduled for Oct. 5, will take participants through the native flora and fauna along the slopes of Mauna Kea with a dozen stations situated along the limited-access Pua Akala loop.
August 25, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Mauna Kea telescope seeks mystery couple after stellar summit proposal at sunset
The sunset summit proposal was recorded by the unmanned observatory’s front door camera at about 6:30 p.m. Aug. 13. The whole engagement event took about a minute or so, and Laychek said at the end of the time lapse, the future groom stood up, the couple hugged and then kissed.
August 25, 2024 · 12:25 AM
Update: Tropical storm warning, flood advisory remain in place as Hurricane Hone passes
A hurricane warning is in place for the Big Island through Sunday.
August 24, 2024 · 8:11 PM
Closures update: Adverse weather floods portions of Highway 11 in Ka‘ū
The tropical storm is strengthening slightly, nearing hurricane strength with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph.
August 24, 2024 · 7:26 PM
More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact
“On its current track, Hone will brush past the southern slopes of the Big Island tonight into Sunday morning, bringing the potential for heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large surf. Expect strong and gusty easterly winds and periods of heavy showers to continue Sunday into Monday as Hone passes south of the smaller islands.” — National Weather Service Hawai‘i Area Synopis from 12:08 p.m. today
August 24, 2024 · 7:02 PM
No further flights leaving tonight from Hilo International Airport
Do not come to the airport unless you have a confirmed flight.
August 24, 2024 · 5:34 PM
Update: Heavy showers continue to move ashore, prompting extension of flood advisory for parts of East, North Hawai‘i
Some locations that will experience flooding include Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Kapa‘au, Honoka‘a, Pāpa‘ikou, Honomū, Pepe‘ekeo, Mountain View, Glenwood, Hakalau, Volcano, Nīnole, Kea‘au, Laupāhoehoe, Hawaiian Acres, ‘Ō‘ōkala, Orchidlands Estates, Pa‘auilo and Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
August 24, 2024 · 4:48 PM
Hilo man charged with attempted distribution of meth and firearms offenses
Toledo is scheduled for preliminary hearing in Hilo District Court on Tuesday afternoon. He remains in custody in lieu of $641,000 bail
August 24, 2024 · 1:01 PM
Governor Green issues emergency proclamation for Tropical Storm Hone
The proclamation will make state resources available as needed, wrote Press Secretary Erika Engle in a brief statement.
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April 9, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
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April 7, 2024 · 12:49 AM HST
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August 22, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: The regular stuff, you know, art, surfing and food; but also drag cars, Pokémon Day and sharing hapé, too
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August 18, 2024 · 3:00 AM
‘Idol Across America’ is coming to Hawai’i; will it find the next Iam Tongi?
If you think you have the singing chops to follow in the footsteps of 2023 “American Idol” winner Iam Tongi, register now to for the “Idol Across America online Hawai‘i auditions this Monday.
August 8, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 8-14: Getting out the youth vote, telling stories from where they live, eating invasive plants, welcoming canoe racers and more
Sure. The 2024 Hawai‘i primary election is this Saturday. But that doesn’t mean the Big Island is taking a break from keeping you entertained, active and engaged.
August 6, 2024 · 5:00 AM
‘Hawaiian Home Boy’ Kahalehau claims Most Promising Artist of the Year title
Longtime musician and on-air Maui radio personality of KPOA 93.5 FM was honored Aug. 3 with the award during the 47th annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Honolulu.
August 1, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Aug. 1-7: ‘The Voice of Hiroshima,’ art, an aerial spectacle, 808 Day 2024, comedy and more
Aug. 6 marks nearly 80 years since the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima in Japan. A special event next week marks the anniversary with a presentation by a University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Japanese Studies professor and other activities at Honokaʻa People’s Theatre.
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Volcano Watch: Volcanic tremor or distant earthquake? Distinguishing seismic signals
August 23, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Portion of Chain of Craters Road closed again as cracks widen with continued seismic activity under Kīlauea volcano
August 22, 2024 · 5:36 PM HST
Seismicity still spiked in Kīlauea’s upper East Rift, but slightly lower than previous day
August 21, 2024 · 12:36 PM HST
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More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact
August 24, 2024 · 7:26 PM HST
Nothing sweet or soft about Tropical Storm Hone as it continues trek toward Hawai‘i
August 23, 2024 · 12:56 PM HST
Strong Tropical Storm Hone still on track to come near or just south of Big Island
August 23, 2024 · 8:26 AM HST
Tropical storm watch issued for Big Island ahead of Hone’s approach
August 22, 2024 · 6:58 PM HST
Maui Now
The Sentry announces ticket options for 2025 PGA TOUR’s opening event at Kapalua
Tournament officials from The Sentry today announced ticket options for the 2025 event when the first signature event of the PGA TOUR regular season returns to the Plantation Course from Jan. 2-5.
18K without power, mostly on the Big Island: Hawaiian Electric working on power restoration as Hurricane Hone passes
As of 11:30 a.m., there are about 18,150 impacted customers without power, including 14,000 customers on Hawaiʻi Island, 750 customers in parts of Upcountry Maui, and approximately 3,400 customers on Oʻahu.
Missing person: Woman’s belongings found along side of road in Central Maui
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Marina Bonofiglio, 33, of Kahului. Bonofiglio was reported missing on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, by a friend after she called for a ride from the area of Pūlehu Road in Kahului, approximately 0.1 mile northwest of the Central Maui Landfill at approximately 4 a.m. Upon their arrival, Bonofiglio’s friends were unable to locate her, but they did find her personal belongings, including her cell phone, along the side of the road. A search was conducted in the immediate area where Bonofiglio’s property was found; however, there were no signs of her, according to police.
NSF game design competition asks K-12 students to imagine ‘Life in 2100’
A new video game design competition with $100,000 in prize money up for grabs challenges K-12 students to combine technology and imagination.
Maui County vacation rental occupancy at 53% as demand remains lower than 2023
Despite having the most vacation rental units in the state, Maui County’s demand and occupancy were down double-digits compared to last year and 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report for July by the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism.
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Līhu‘e man missing in waters off Nukoli‘i Beach in Wailua
The man was snorkeling about 100 yards offshore at 6:40 p.m. on Saturday, when he was separated from his party and went missing, according to the county report.
Lane closure scheduled on Kaua‘i highway to replace 3 culverts
The closure starts on Aug. 26 at 8:30 a.m. and will continue through December.
Hone Sunday update: Hurricane strengthens slightly; now south of Big Island
As of 6:30 a.m., the hurricane was about 95 miles south of Kailua-Kona with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph.
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 25, 2024
Hurricane Hone is passing south of Big Island through early morning. Hone’s main threats to the state continue to be the potential for heavy rainfall…
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 25, 2024
Large and disorganized short period swell associated with Hurricane Hone will bring elevated surf to east facing shores today. A High Surf Advisory remains in…
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