Kilauea’s 54th eruptive episode ends after 9 hours
The 54th episode of the ongoing Halema’uma’u eruption on Kiauea ended on Tuesday night after nine hours of activity.
The north vent lava fountain is reaching 500 ft above ground level, and its plume is reaching 17,000 ft above sea level as of 12:15 p.m.
Holei Sea Arch collapses.
Holei Sea Arch a famous landmark on the Big Island of Hawaii, has collapsed
A feature formed by "differential erosion" on a cliff of an old lava flow created approximately 550 years ago.
11-year-old girl donates 2,600 books to Maui library.
An 11-year-old girl living in California has donated 2,600 books over the past three years to support libraries on Maui, following the destruction of the Lahaina Public Library in a devastating wildfire.
Elnar’s book donation initiative began one year after the Lahaina Public Library burned down in the Maui wildfires.
HONOLULU CENTURY BIKE RIDE
September 27, 2026 Sunday
5:00 AM Lanes Close 12:00 PM Lanes Reopen
The event expected to have 1,500 cyclists. It will start at Kalakaua Ave、25 milers turnaround at Sandy Beach 50 milers turnaround at Kailua 75 milers turnaround at 7-11 Aid Station 100 milers turnaround at Swanzy Beach Park end at Kapiolani Park
Tropical Storm/Hurricane Nolo
Tropical Disturbance (T.D.) 15-E redevelop and move near the islands bringing a flood threat from Wednesday through Saturday. A Flood Watch will be in effect from noon on Wednesday to 6 p.m. on Saturday.
ALOHA FESTIVALS FLORAL PARADE
September 26, 2026 Saturday
8:30 AM Roads Close 1:00 PM Roads Reopen
The event is expected to have 1,500 participants, 15 vehicles, 9 bands & 7 floats. It will start at Ala Moana Park ewa entrance/exit, to Ala Moana Blvd., to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to end at Waikiki Shell Parking Lot in Queen Kapiolani Park.
ALOHA FESTIVALS WAIKIKI HO'OLAULEA/STREET FEST
September 19, 2026 Saturday
2:00 PM Road Closes 1:00 AM Road Reopens
The event expected to have 10,000+ participants. Makai curb lanes of Kalakaua Ave. will be closed from 12 pm for setup. The event will close Kalakaua Avenue, all lanes from Seaside Ave. to Lilioukalani Ave.
Norbert is weakening and will fall apart well East of Hawaii on Tuesday.
Leftover moisture will bring a possible Flood Watch to parts of Hawaii Thursday- Friday.
Norbert has become less organized, with dry air moving into the storm and additional weakening is expected.
Request to refrain from visiting Kauai during hurricane recovery
According to Mr. Haneman, the top priority on Kauai right now is assisting residents in recovering from the damage caused by the strong winds and high surf associated with Lowell.
"What is needed most on Kauai is food, electricity, and gasoline," he said. "Unless you are visiting to provide relief or assistance, or to visit family, now is not the time to visit."
The two-day Okinawa Festival has concluded.
The 44th Okinawa Festival concluded a weekend of culture and community held at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center.
The two-day festival showcased the deep historical ties between Okinawa and Hawaiʻi through live music, traditional performing arts, and local craft sales, while also celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Hawaiʻi United Okinawa Association (HUOA).