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Hawai‘i Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation ahead of Tropical Storm Lala

The proclamation activates the Major Disaster Fund and authorizes the activation of the Hawaiʻi National Guard if needed.

Social media lit up by curious case of conspicuous cloud high above Big Island

Was it a contrail or ‘chemtrail’? Long, thin, white cloud stretched across the Big Island sky on the afternoon of Aug. 11 creates a buzz with possible impending tropical cyclone poised to impact the islands.

Live opossum caught on Big Island near Hilo Harbor

Per animal and human health protocol, the opossum was humanely euthanized and submitted for rabies testing.

New fire weather signs installed at Hanapēpē and Waimea fire stations

New signs will display Red Flag Warning placard to inform residents and visitors of critical fire weather conditions occurring, or occurring soon.

Kauaʻi Community College interns cultivate culture with conservation

Ten high school and college students were able to connect their passion for the environment with future careers through hands-on experience and networking opportunities.

Lane closures scheduled today for portion of Kalama Road in Wailuā

Traffic will be reduced to one lane with alternating flow, and intermittent full road closures could be necessary, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting, to accommodate emergency tree removal work.
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Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Hawai‘i Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation ahead of Tropical Storm Lala

The proclamation activates the Major Disaster Fund and authorizes the activation of the Hawaiʻi National Guard if needed.

Social media lit up by curious case of conspicuous cloud high above Big Island

Was it a contrail or ‘chemtrail’? Long, thin, white cloud stretched across the Big Island sky on the afternoon of Aug. 11 creates a buzz with possible impending tropical cyclone poised to impact the islands.

Live opossum caught on Big Island near Hilo Harbor

Per animal and human health protocol, the opossum was humanely euthanized and submitted for rabies testing.

High surf advisory in effect for south-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau

The high surf advisory is in place from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 a.m. Friday morning and is not related to the incoming tropical storm.

Young Hawaiian monk seal discovered on Oʻahu North Shore dead, entangled in abandoned lay net

The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.

Young Brothers brace for tropical storm impact on operations

The National Weather Service anticipates issuing a tropical storm watch on Thursday as a developing storm system gathers strength.

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Hawai‘i poet laureate to lead free poetry writing workshop at Waimea public library

"Ma-Ke Die Dead: Writing Poetry About Loved Ones Who Stay Gone" is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 27 and open to ages 14 years old and older.

Hawai‘i Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation ahead of Tropical Storm Lala

The proclamation activates the Major Disaster Fund and authorizes the activation of the Hawaiʻi National Guard if needed.

Hawaiʻi County requests public input for housing grant planning process

The County of Hawaiʻi is calling on residents to participate in public hearings on August 19 and 26 to guide the allocation of 2027 federal housing funds to enhance community development.

Warehouse workers find, capture opossum found near Hilo Harbor

Per animal and human health protocol, the opossum was humanely euthanized and submitted for rabies testing.

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Young Brothers updates operations for Hawaiʻi ports that may be affected by Lala

Young Brothers is working closely with the US Coast Guard and State departments to monitor the incoming Tropical Storm Lala closely and provide updates on its operations at each port of call throughout Hawaiʻi as they may be affected by the storm.

Gov. Green Signs Emergency Proclamation Ahead of Tropical Storm Lala

Gov. Josh Green today signed an emergency proclamation declaring a state of emergency for Hawai‘i ahead of Tropical Storm Lala, which is currently forecast to approach the islands at near-hurricane strength this weekend. 

Volunteers sought for boards and commissions, other roles; applications due Monday morning

The Maui County Council is looking for people interested in serving on the Board of Water Supply, Public Works Commission and other boards and commissions as it seeks to fill several urgent vacancies, Chair Alice L. Lee announced today.

Precautions, vigilance urged as migratory birds return to Hawaiʻi

As migratory birds begin their seasonal return to Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health and Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity are reminding residents, particularly people who keep backyard poultry or other birds, to take precautions to reduce the risk of avian influenza and other infectious diseases.