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  1. Fire threatens homes on Kamaoa Rd near South Point
  2. PRESS CONFERENCE: Ohana Hoopakele wants to make Kulani Correctional Facility a puuhonua, oppose any possible military use.
  3. High surf advisory still in effect for east shores of Hawaii until 6 am Thursday.
  4. Parts of the Big Island under high wind advisory until 8 p.m. - Waimea, Kohala, South Point
  5. HPD has established a detour on Hwy 19 at the 45.5 MM rerouting traffic up Ahuloa Rd. to Kapuna Rd.
  6. Hwy 19 is currently closed in both direction at 52 MM (east side of Waimea) due to vehicle crash.
  7. Ka'u CDP Planning Charrette kicks off at Na`alehu Community Center
  8. Small craft advisory for all islands through Wednesday afternoon.
  9. High surf advisory in effect until 6 pm Tuesday, according to National Weather Service. 8 to 12 foot waves possible on north and east side.
  10. Big Island police report armed robbery last week in Volcano, pickup truck stolen.
  11. The National Weather Service has cancelled the flash flood watch for Hawaii County
  12. The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for Hawaii County.
  13. Civil Defense: All major Highways are open at this time, however motorists are advised to be on the alert for ponding, debris, and run-off.
  14. Heavy Rain is being reported in the districts of Hamakua, Hilo, and Puna.
  15. The National Weather Service forecasts intermittent heavy rains to continue until this evening.
  16. A flash flood watch remains in effect for Hawaii County.
  17. Bayfront Highway in Hilo is closed due to high surf, says Hawaii County Civil Defense.
  18. Kona Coffee Cupping Contest finals at Keauhou Beach Resort, ends at noon.
  19. Giant kiln finally arrives for Big Island Carbon project
  20. "Car surfing" in Kona draws police attention