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Kauai Surf Forecast for November 30, 2022

The current long-period west-northwest swell (310 degrees) will gradually decline today. A larger, west- northwest (300 degrees) swell is expected to build…

UPDATE: Mauna Loa lava flow only 4.5 miles from Saddle Road

New webcam videos from USGS shows fissure 3 and new fissure 4 is feeding lava flows downslope to the north/northeast. Fissure 3 is feeding the largest lava flow.

Monthly siren test coming Dec. 1

HI-EMA: Hawaiʻi has the largest single integrated Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety in the world.

Lava from fissure 3 crosses Mauna Loa Observatory Road

The lava from the Mauna Loa eruption is on the move with flow from its fissure 3 crossing the Mauna Loa Observatory Road overnight, according to USGS Volcanoes.

High surf advisory issued for areas of the Garden Isle

A high surf advisory was issued for west- and north-facing shores on the Garden Isle.

Portion of parking lot at Nāwiliwili Park to close for repairs following damaging high surf

A portion of the parking lot at Nāwiliwili Park fronting Kalapakī Bay, in Līhu‘e, will be closed starting tomorrow for repairs due to damages caused by the high surf over the weekend.

VIDEO: Watch Mauna Loa Erupting

The bright red glow in the dark night skies of Mauna Loa erupting on the Big Island made way for an overcast morning, with the skies becoming a beautiful purple and blue as the sun rose.

Morning flight over Mauna Loa shows lava flows in Northeast Rift Zone

The first flight over the volcano was conducted at about 6:30 a.m. on Monday and it confirmed that the eruption of Mauna Loa has migrated from the summit to the Northeast Rift Zone.

Mauna Loa UPDATE: Lava flowing down northeast flank; no immediate threat to communities

The National Weather Service has issued an Ashfall Advisory for all districts of Hawaiʻi Island through today. Trace amounts of ashfall and volcanic gas is expected.

Big Island’s Mauna Loa began erupting Sunday evening for first time in 38 years

At this time, lava flows are contained within the summit area of Mauna Loa and are not threatening downslope communities on the Big Island, but residents at risk from lava flows should review their preparedness.

UPDATE: National Weather Service issues flood watch; cancels high surf advisory

Rainfall may be light at first, but heavier slow-moving showers are expected to develop on Kauaʻi, bringing the potential for flash flooding.

Traffic Advisory: Expect delays on portion of Maluhia Road Nov. 28 due to paving

One lane on a portion of Maluhia Road in Kōloa is scheduled to close on Nov. 28, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., for asphalt paving work.

Hawaiʻi Sports Hall of Fame seeking nominations; deadline Dec. 1

Nominated athletes can be in the field of surfing, football, canoe racing, baseball or any other sport. But they must meet the Hawaiʻi Sports Hall of Fame’s criteria.

Permit or hunting license needed to enter Big Island’s Narnia

The Department of Land and Natural Resources is working to curb illegal hiking in an area known as Narnia.

Garden Isle weekly lane closures: Nov. 6 to Dec. 2

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announce lane closures for Nov. 6 to Dec. 2.

Volcano Watch: What do the level and aviation color codes mean?

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory sets the two designations for volcanoes in Hawai’i and American Samoa.

Amended legislation to support female Native Hawaiian survivors passed US Senate

Native Hawaiian women have been unable to access critical resources included in the Violence Against Women Act, but a recently passed amendment to the law will make it possible.

Kalāheo Elementary School performing ‘101 Dalmatians Kids Musical’ in December

Kalāheo Elementary School’s version of “101 Dalmatians” is directed by Laine Griffith, with some downright adorable doggie dancing choreographed by Selah Johnson.

New videos provide tips to fight back against garden pests and diseases

Topics covered include proper methods for sharing sweet potato, recognizing banana bunchy top virus and disposal of different kinds of contaminated plant materials.

Work continues on Kapa‘a roundabout project; additional closures scheduled

Intermittent one-lane closures are planned during the week to allow road reconstruction at the roundabout. Other portions of the three roadways also will be closed and detours will be in place.
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