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“These findings show that the wildfire’s psychological toll is not confined to the areas that burned,” said the study’s lead author and University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization professor Ruben Juarez in a release about the study’s findings. “The social and economic disruption — especially housing instability and income disruption — is driving much of the distress we see across the community.”

One Hawaiʻi family embodies the trend, showing how service shared across generations is shaping the future of Red Cross volunteerism; demographic estimates show people of all ages — from Gen Z to the Silent Generation — help make up the nearly 1,900 volunteers who support the American Red Cross in the Pacific Islands Region.

National Weather Service radar indicated at 6:44 a.m. severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts along a line extending from 8 nautical miles — or about 9 miles — east of Lehua Rock to 44 nautical miles — or nearly 51 miles — south of FAD Buoy PP and moving northeast at 15 knots — or just more than 17 mph.

‘Most small businesses don’t realize they’re a target until it’s too late,’ said University of Hawaiʻi Kapi‘olani Community College assistant professor of information technology and cybersecurity and session lead David Stevens in announcing the clinic. ‘You don’t need a big budget to protect yourself, but you do need to know where your risks are.’

‘Ohana can now apply to receive boxes of food for 9 weeks during the summer through the program; Mālama Kaua‘i also now seeking host sites, vendors and volunteers to serve as part of the 2026 program.

State lawmakers must look inward, however, and ensure the state is living within its means before asking taxpayers to do the same; So while taking this action, they acknowledge revenues are declining as state costs for many programs rise because of action by U.S. Congress.

Outdoor recreation — including camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc. — and boating or other water activities during inclement weather put not only yourself but first responders at greater risk in an emergency.

All eruptive activity was confined to Halemaʻumaʻu within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to closely monitor Kīlauea and will issue additional notices as needed based on activity.

This decline comes after the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation launched its statewide 2026 Safe Roads Challenge in January, which turns traffic safety into a game with a free safe driving app.

The storm is expected to affect Kauaʻi and Oʻahu first, with conditions expanding across the rest of the state through the weekend.

According to the latest update from the Kauaʻi Fire Department, the brush fire near mile marker 2 on Waimea Canyon Drive has burned approximately 100 acres but is now under control.

People of all skills and from age 6 years old and up made the effort as colon cancer rates continue to increase, especially among younger adults.

“We appreciate Michal’s dedication to both constituents and the office and congratulate her for her many years of outstanding service!” said Kaua‘i County Council in a Facebook post.

Gavin Vasilescu, 18, is preparing for crucial competitions this month in Southern California, where he hopes to excel at the national level and inspire more Hawaiʻi sailors to compete nationally.

Officially known as the Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist System, or LUCAS, the devices provide consistent and uninterrupted chest compressions even in challenging circumstances, such as during a patient’s transport to a medical center or when CPR is needed for an extended period.

The agency’s data advanced space weather warnings, made water safer, protected right whales, and much more.

Comedy for a Cause unites humor and heart to support positive community change through anti-bullying awareness and youth empowerment nonprofit BRAVE Hawaiʻi’s programs for youth and families throughout the state.

The roadway, also known as Highway 5600, will be closed from 9 a.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday nights to Friday mornings March 11-29 from Kūhiō Highway in Wailuā to ʻOlohena Road in Kapaʻa.

The closure is slated for 7:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 11 and is because of a county event; Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami will deliver his final State of the County Address at 10 a.m. the same day.

Tickets are on sale now for the June 19-20 event that brings together top chefs, local artisans and food lovers for a high-energy celebration of Hawai‘i’s most iconic dish and fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Association, Hawai‘i Chapter.