Hawaii News
Damage assessments, clean-up continue on Kaua‘i; farmers, ranchers advised to document damages
You must notify the Farm Services Agency within 72 hours of a crop loss becoming apparent for hand-harvested crops and certain perishable crops.
Niumalu Bridge closed until further notice due to flood damage
Residents and businesses in the area will be advised to use Hulemalu Road as a detour.
Rising seas eating away at underground infrastructure globally, according to UH study
According to the study, led by UH coastal geologist Shellie Habel, cities with buried infrastructure are most at risk for corrosion and system failures due to interaction with this shallower and saltier groundwater.
12 hikers rescued in Wailua, Kōke‘e during flash flood warning
Three hikers were rescued at Blue Hole Trail in Wailua in the early afternoon on April 14, and another nine hikers were rescued from the Waimea Canyon in Kōke‘e later that day.
Native Hawaiian snails now recognized by the state
Gov. Josh Green signed into law House Bill 1899, which recognizes nine native snail species as state snails.
Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles
The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
Photographer coming to Hawai‘i will capture islands’ roller derby culture with classic style
Brittany R. Bradley employs the wet-plate collodion process to create modern-day examples of ambrotypes and tintypes.
Report: UH biomedical research grants pump millions into state economy
National Institutes of Health funding awarded to researchers supports employment and purchase of research-related goods, services and materials.
State conversation about Big Island’s official name sparks minor controversy
The Hawai‘i Board of Geographic Names during its April 2 meeting began a discussion about possibly changing the island’s official name in the U.S. Geological Survey’s Geographic Names Information System, or GNIS.
Kaua‘i students’ musical production ‘Anastasia’ opens in Līhu‘e this Friday
The 60-minute production – based on the 1997 animated film of the same name – will be staged at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall.
County of Kauaʻi officials assessing damages following recent storm
Two displaced boats were found damaged at Running Waters, a nearby beach in Lihuʻe. One of the boats reportedly had a person on it, who was able to swim safely to shore.
Kaua‘i man accused of attempted murder out on bail
On April 8, at approximately midnight, a 28-year-old man suffered a gunshot injury in Hanamā‘ulu.
Update: Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reports several road closures on Kaua‘i
At 9:52 p.m. radar was tracking a large area of heavy rainfall with embedded thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts 34 miles west of Līhu‘e, moving east at 15 mph.
Update: Flash flood watch canceled on Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
rainfall has mostly moved southeast of Kaua‘i, but isolated areas of heavy rain will move over the island from the south.
Update: Lightning, ‘blinding downpours’ face mariners; special warning extends into Friday
Wind gusts 34 knots or greater and small hail are possible. Small craft could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves.
Travelers urged to take added precautions in wake of dengue virus case on O‘ahu
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is asking for support in reducing the potential for the spread of dengue by transmission, following a confirmed case in Hale‘iwa on O‘ahu.
Hōkūleʻa crew to return to ocean for circumnavigational voyage of the Pacific in 2025
After consulting with science and weather experts, community partners and voyaging leadership, PVS has decided to keep the canoes primarily in Hawaiian waters until next year when severe El Niño weather conditions settle down.
Update: Weather forces NOAA to host public meeting for proposed Papahānaumokuākea sanctuary virtually
“The proposed Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary would supplement and complement existing authorities, including the area’s designation as a marine national monument, which will continue to be in effect,” according to a NOAA statement.
Spring Orchid Show & Sale returns after 4-year hiatus this Friday, Saturday
The event’s centerpiece will be a large orchid display showcasing plants from society members’ personal collections.