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What you need to know about the kona low Friday on Kaua‘i
New flood advisory in effect for entire island of Kaua‘i until 10:45 p.m. today (March 13); Kaua‘i County officials report improving weather trends over the Garden Isle though, anticipating all regular county facilities and services to reopen Saturday (March... March 13, 2026 · 08:09pm
Young Brothers barge arrives at Nāwiliwili but high winds, low visibility prohibit it from entering harbor
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Kaua‘i News
What you need to know about the kona low Friday on Kaua‘i
New flood advisory in effect for entire island of Kaua‘i until 10:45 p.m. today (March 13); Kaua‘i County officials report improving weather trends over the Garden Isle though, anticipating all regular county facilities and services to reopen Saturday (March 14) as the severe weather threat has diminished.
Young Brothers barge arrives at Nāwiliwili but high winds, low visibility prohibit it from entering harbor
Port of Nāwiliwili will close today at 11:30 a.m. because of heavy weather conditions, so all cargo destined for Honolulu must be in-gated no later; barge is returning to Honolulu and a recovery sailing is planned for Sunday (March 14), ocean and weather conditions permitting.
UPDATE: Persistent showers, some producing rainfall up to 2 inches an hour, result in longer flood advisory period
Radar indicated at 8:40 a.m. that the band of showers is still moving into Kauaʻi from the southwest; forecasters with the National Weather Service in Honolulu report the showers will continue to overspread the island for the next hour or so.
Magnitude-4.4 quake shakes Big Island
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported aftershocks are possible and there was no threat of tsunami following the temblor early Thursday evening (March 12) off the Kaʻū Coast in the southern portion of the Big Island.
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Hawaii News
‘Some serious tephra’ fallout produced during Kīlauea summit eruption Episode 43
Volcanic material as large as 6 inches was reported at Volcano Golf Course after being erupted from the Big Island volcano’s most recent lava fountaining episode Tuesday (March 10); fallout caused closures of a portion of Highway 11, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, swimming pools and at least one school, emergency shelter opening and new summit webcam getting ‘clobbered.’
Young Brothers barge arrives at Nāwiliwili but high winds, low visibility prohibit it from entering harbor
Port of Nāwiliwili will close today at 11:30 a.m. because of heavy weather conditions, so all cargo destined for Honolulu must be in-gated no later; barge is returning to Honolulu and a recovery sailing is planned for Sunday (March 14), ocean and weather conditions permitting.
Magnitude-4.4 quake shakes Big Island
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported aftershocks are possible and there was no threat of tsunami following the temblor early Thursday evening (March 12) off the Kaʻū Coast in the southern portion of the Big Island.
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea Episode 43 reaches new lava fountain height record, causes tephra fallout on nearby communities
As future eruptive episodes approach, monitor the weather forecast and follow guidance from Hawai‘i County Civil Defense so you can prepare for these events if you live in an area that could experience tephra fallout.
‘Aloha Bricks ’26’: Kaua‘i middle school students among those who express school pride in newest Bishop Museum exhibit
The exhibit featuring “Stories of Hawaiʻi” includes students’ school mosaics — including from Kauaʻi — and other LEGO-inspired creations that will take over Castle Memorial Building beginning March 14.
Gov. Green urges Kauaʻi, state to continue to prepare for severe weather, with the worst still ahead
Rainfall totals could reach 15 inches or more, with winds reaching 40 miles her hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour in some areas of the state, increasing the risk of flash floods, landslides and dangerous debris.
Big Island News
What you need to know about the kona low Friday on the Big Island
A flash flood warning is now in effect until 9:30 p.m. today for Puna and Ka‘ū, as radar indicated heavy rainfall at 1 to 3 inches an hour along the southwest slopes of both districts causing ongoing flash flooding or the expectation of flash flooding to begin shortly.
Big Island middle schools among those to create LEGO mosaics for newest Bishop Museum exhibit
'Aloha Bricks ’26: Stories of Hawaiʻi' exhibit also includes other LEGO-inspired creations that all will take over Castle Memorial Building beginning March 14.
WATCH: U.S. Defense secretary’s immaturity, incompetence called out by Schatz as lethal combo on battlefield
The U.S. senator and Hawai‘i Democrat said in Senate floor remarks that war is not something in which to revel; speaks to how Hegseth's reckless and unlawful theory of action is costing the United States in conflict with Iran.
Maui News
Maui Bus ending routes by 7 p.m. today due to storm impacts
The Maui Bus is ending its fixed route service for all routes by 7 p.m. today due to multiple road closures, flooding, low driver visibility and safety issues from a Kona storm impacting Maui County and other areas statewide.
Photos: Kona storm brings flooding, erosion, downed trees and power lines on Maui
The prolonged kona storm continues to impact Maui County with downed trees, flooding, erosion and downed power lines. Here's a look at some of the photos and videos sent in from around the island. The prolonged kona storm continues to impact Maui County with downed trees, flooding, erosion and downed power lines. Here's a look at some of the photos and videos sent in from around the island.
Police warn of ‘recovery scams’ targeting past fraud victims
The Maui Police Department is warning residents about “recovery scams” where fraudsters pose as investigators or government officials to steal more money from people who have already lost funds to previous scams. Police officials said these scammers contact victims through direct messages or online ads, promising to retrieve lost money or claiming the funds are […]
Lānaʻi shelter opened, Hāna shelter to be opened today as kona storm intensifies
In coordination with the Maui Emergency Management Agency and County of Maui Department of Human Concerns, the American Red Cross opened a shelter on Lānaʻi shortly before 1 p.m. today at Lānai High & Elementary School Gym. Another shelter is scheduled to open at 4:30 p.m. today at the Hāna High School cafeteria.
