Hawaii island

HECO warned that certain Hawaii Island customers may face extended power outages lasting weeks following a recent event named Lala. Specifically, the utility cautioned that the hardest-hit areas, particularly rural parts of Hawaii Island, are expected to endure prolonged periods without electricity.

The Hawaiʻi County mayor stated that no storm deaths have been reported yet following the passage of Hurricane Lala. Meanwhile, Hawaii Island officials reported extensive damage to critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and power lines, which were impacted by the hurricane's 80 mph winds and heavy rainfall.

Hurricane and tropical storm conditions are expected this weekend as Lala moves through the islands. Specific warnings have been issued, including a Hurricane Warning for Hawaii Island and a Tropical Storm Warning for the rest of Hawaii. Furthermore, Flood Watches are currently in effect for all islands.

Tropical Storm Lala is forecast to intensify into a hurricane by Saturday. This system threatens Hawaii Island with up to 25 inches of rain.

A Hurricane Warning is currently in effect for Hawaii Island as Lala approaches. Additionally, a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Maui County, while Flood Watches are also active for both Maui and the Big Island.

Due to the formation of Tropical Storm Lala, closures have been enacted on the Big Island. Consequently, Hawaii Island public schools and parts of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will close starting Friday evening.

A 64-year-old Hilo man died in a two-vehicle motorcycle crash on Hwy 11 in Kea’au on July 30, 2026. This incident marks Hawaii Island’s 21st traffic fatality of the year.

Hurricane Fausto is expected to pass north of Hawaii Island by Tuesday, bringing significant high surf and potential flooding. Local officials have advised residents to prepare for the storm.

Motorists on Oahu, Kauai, and Hawaii Island should expect delays due to scheduled roadway improvement and utility projects.

A woman died in a head-on collision on Hwy 11 in Volcano on Monday afternoon. This incident marks the 19th traffic fatality on Hawaii Island this year.

The Hawaii Police Department is warning residents about a government impersonation scam after a Hawaii Island resident lost a significant amount of money. The scam involved an elaborate scheme where the perpetrator impersonated a government official.

Hawaii Island is implementing a speed campaign to address dangerous driving. Authorities emphasize defensive driving and promoting 'aloha' among drivers to enhance road safety.

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck under the Pahala area of Hawaii Island, causing light shaking across the island with no reports of damage or a tsunami threat.

A 24-year-old motorcyclist died in a head-on collision with a sedan on South Glenwood Road in Mountain View. The incident is Hawaii Island's 17th traffic fatality of 2026, with speed suspected as a factor.

A floating homeless encampment has sparked outrage on Hawaii island, a location often described as a paradise, raising concerns about homelessness and public space management.