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DUI stats for the week of February 18-5, 2019

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DUI stats for the week of February 18-5, 2019

During the week of February 18, 2019, through February 25, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested thirty, (30), motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Four of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. Two of the drivers were under the age of 21.  

So far this year, there have been 181 DUI arrests compared with 160 during the same period last year, an increase of 13.1 percent. The numbers of arrests by district were:

DUI Arrests by District
DistrictWeekly Total Year to Date
Hāmākua00
North Hilo02
South Hilo940
Puna738
Kaʻū04
Kona1475
South Kohala022
North Kohala00
Island Total30181

There have been 137 major accidents so far this year compared with 188 during the same period last year, a decrease of 27.1 percent. 

To date, there were 2 fatal crashes, resulting in 2 fatalities, compared with 3 fatal crashes, resulting in 4 fatalities for the same time last year. This represents a decrease of 33.3 percent for fatal crashes and 50 percent for fatalities.

DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.

Waikoloa lava flows viewed from the International Space Station

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Waikoloa lava flows viewed from the International Space Station
Astronaut photograph ISS056-E-5107 was acquired on June 4, 2018, with a Nikon D5 digital camera using a 1600 millimeter lens and is provided by the ISS Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Johnson Space Center. The image was taken by a member of the Expedition 56 crew. Photo courtesy of NASA/JSC
Astronaut photograph ISS056-E-5107 was acquired on June 4, 2018, with a Nikon D5 digital camera using a 1600 millimeter lens and is provided by the ISS Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Johnson Space Center. The image was taken by a member of the Expedition 56 crew. Photo courtesy of NASA/JSC

An astronaut aboard the International Space Station shot this photograph of historical lava flows near Puako and Waikoloa Villages on the island of Hawai‘i. The villages (population 800 and 6,000, respectively) are underlain by lavas erupted from radial vents on the northwestern side of Mauna Loa volcano.

An eruption in 1859 produced an ‘a‘ā lava flow that destroyed a village south of Waikoloa and entered the ocean. The eruption lasted for about a year and also produced pāhoehoe flows that entered the ocean near Ohiki Bay and Pueo Bay.

The island of Hawai’i is divided into nine hazard risk zones, each based on the proximity to volcanic summits and rift zones, frequency and area of lava coverage, and topography. Zone 1 represents the greatest hazard risk, but Waikoloa and Puako stand in a relatively less hazardous zone 3 due to the greater distances from the summit and rift zones of Mauna Loa. Along with volcanic eruptions and lava flows, the region is also affected by earthquakes. The epicenter of the 6.7 magnitude Kiholo Bay earthquake in 2006 was located just 21 kilometers (13 miles) offshore of Puako.

The Waikoloa region is also known for its thriving aquaculture. Located near Waikoloa Beach are the Anchialine Ponds. Native to the state of Hawaii, these natural ponds form in inland lava depressions connect to the groundwater table near the shore. They contain brackish water but no visible connection to the ocean. These pools range from small lava cracks to large fishing ponds and are home to multiple species of rare invertebrates, many of which are endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.

Waikoloa Beach is also known for the Ala Mamalahoa (King’s) Trail, part of the 175-mile long Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail that runs along the coastline of Hawai’i. The Ala Mahamaloa predates western contact with the island (1778). It was rebuilt and paved with stone in 1840. One of the main attractions of this trail are the ancient petroglyphs, which show the closest thing to a written language that the ancient Hawaiians used.

Shark sighting in Kona closes shoreline at Kukio Bay Saturday (Feb 23)

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Shark sighting in Kona closes shoreline at Kukio Bay Saturday (Feb 23)

Hawaii County Civil Defense message at 10 a.m., Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Hawaii Fire Department reports a shark was sighted this morning off Kikauna Point near Kukio Bay in North Kona District. As a precaution the Kukio Bay shoreline area has been closed for the remainder of today.

Police warrants list for Friday, February 22, 2019

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Police warrants list for Friday, February 22, 2019

MEDIA RELEASE

As of Friday, February 22, 2019, the following individuals are wanted by the Hawaii Police Department because of outstanding warrants:

Katie Nane, 26, Kailua Kona Aaron E. Naniho, 22, Kailua Kona Oueni T. Naniseni, 58, Mountain View Dylan Naope, 27, Hilo Careless K. Naoro, 41, Kurtistown Destry H. Naparan, 53, Hilo Michael A. Napolitano, 45, Mountain View Bradley K. Nartatez, 25, Keaau Christopher N. Nasario, 52, Honolulu, HI Gregory Nasario, 26, Pahoa Jessica P. Nasario, 36, Mountain View Sandy Nasario, 31, Pahoa Nicole M. Nash, 45, Hilo Harrington Nashion, 21, Kailua Kona Kanio Naswa, 29, Honokaa James L. Nathan, 25, Kailua Kona Angel Nathaniel, 29, Hilo Alex J. Nation, 25, Honokaa Antanacious Nau, 26, Kailua Kona Brandon Nau, 31, Keaau Myreon D. Nau-Fikes, 31, Hilo Blaise K. Nauka, 33, Kamuela Robert N. Navor, 28, Pepeekeo Cassidy M.K. Neece, 22, Hilo Laithan V. Needham, 29, Kailua Kona

This is the official list from the Hawaii County Police Department

Police ask that anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on this list call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe. Crime Stoppers doesn’t record calls or subscribe to caller ID. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.

Persons who know a warrant is out for their arrest are advised to report to the nearest police station to avoid having an officer go to their home or workplace to arrest them.

Individuals can find out if they have a misdemeanor warrant or a traffic warrant by going to the Hawaii State Judiciary’s website at www.courts.state.hi.us. From there, click on “eCourt Kokua” and then follow the directions. Information about felony warrants is not yet available online.

Why is this a partial list? Police department explanation Originally, the list was for newspapers, which have limited space. The reason we do it in alphabetical order rather than chronological order is that sometimes we have a long list of new names and sometimes that list is short. This is a way we can be consistent with filling a specified amount of space for the newspapers. We realize that space isn’t a factor for a website, but to create a different version for you (Hawaii 24/7) would require doing both versions. Unfortunately, we only have one employee who is responsible for all the police department’s court documents and she is the one who has to prepare the weekly list for the media. It would take away too much time from her primary duties if she had to do both lists.

Very strong 7.5M quake in Ecuador, no tsunami threat

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Very strong 7.5M quake in Ecuador, no tsunami threat 
TSUNAMI INFORMATION STATEMENT NUMBER 1
NWS PACIFIC TSUNAMI WARNING CENTER EWA BEACH HI
1023 UTC FRI FEB 22 2019

...PTWC TSUNAMI INFORMATION STATEMENT...

PRELIMINARY EARTHQUAKE PARAMETERS
---------------------------------

  * MAGNITUDE      7.5
  * ORIGIN TIME    1017 UTC FEB 22 2019
  * COORDINATES    2.3 SOUTH  76.9 WEST
  * DEPTH          156 KM / 97 MILES
  * LOCATION       PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION

EVALUATION
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  * AN EARTHQUAKE WITH A PRELIMINARY MAGNITUDE OF 7.5 OCCURRED IN
    THE PERU-ECUADOR BORDER REGION AT 1017 UTC ON FRIDAY
    FEBRUARY 22 2019.

  * BASED ON ALL AVAILABLE DATA... THERE IS NO TSUNAMI THREAT
    BECAUSE THE EARTHQUAKE IS LOCATED TOO DEEP INSIDE THE EARTH.

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
-------------------

  * NO ACTION IS REQUIRED.

NEXT UPDATE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
--------------------------------------

  * THIS WILL BE THE ONLY STATEMENT ISSUED FOR THIS EVENT UNLESS
    ADDITIONAL DATA ARE RECEIVED OR THE SITUATION CHANGES.

  * AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION ABOUT THE EARTHQUAKE FROM THE U.S.
    GEOLOGICAL SURVEY CAN BE FOUND ON THE INTERNET AT
    EARTHQUAKE.USGS.GOV.

  * FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS EVENT MAY BE FOUND AT
    WWW.TSUNAMI.GOV.

  * COASTAL REGIONS OF HAWAII... AMERICAN SAMOA... GUAM... AND
    CNMI SHOULD REFER TO PACIFIC TSUNAMI WARNING CENTER MESSAGES
    SPECIFICALLY FOR THOSE PLACES THAT CAN BE FOUND AT
    WWW.TSUNAMI.GOV.

  * COASTAL REGIONS OF CALIFORNIA... OREGON... WASHINGTON...
    BRITISH COLUMBIA AND ALASKA SHOULD ONLY REFER TO U.S.
    NATIONAL TSUNAMI WARNING CENTER MESSAGES THAT CAN BE FOUND
    AT WWW.TSUNAMI.GOV.

USGS: How large does an earthquake have to be to cause a tsunami?

Magnitudes below 6.5: Earthquakes of this magnitude are very unlikely to trigger a tsunami.

Magnitudes between 6.5 and 7.5: Earthquakes of this size do not usually produce destructive tsunamis. However, small sea level changes may be observed in the vicinity of the epicenter. Tsunamis capable of producing damage or casualties are rare in this magnitude range but have occurred due to secondary effects such as landslides or submarine slumps.

Magnitudes between 7.6 and 7.8: Earthquakes of this size may produce destructive tsunamis especially near the epicenter; at greater distances small sea level changes may be observed. Tsunamis capable of producing damage at great distances are rare in the magnitude range.

Magnitude 7.9 and greater: Destructive local tsunamis are possible near the epicenter, and significant sea level changes and damage may occur in a broader region. Note that with a magnitude 9.0 earthquake, the probability of an aftershock with a magnitude exceeding 7.5 is not negligible. To date, the largest aftershock recorded has been magnitude 7.1 that did not produce a damaging tsunami.

Volcano Watch: Kilauea activity update for February 21, 2019

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Time-lapse panorama of the Kīlauea Caldera Wide Angle from HVO Observation Tower. February 14-21, 2019. Images courtesy of USGS/HVO
Thermal camera time-lapse movie at Mile Marker 14.5 on Pahoa-Kalapana Road (Route 130) February 14-21, 2019. Images courtesy HDOT
  • To better understand the dynamics of Kīlauea's 2018 lower East Rift Zone lava flow, an HVO geologist recently collected samples from the fissure 8 channel for laboratory analyses. USGS photo by M. Zoeller. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
    To better understand the dynamics of Kīlauea’s 2018 lower East Rift Zone lava flow, an HVO geologist recently collected samples from the fissure 8 channel for laboratory analyses. USGS photo by M. Zoeller. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
  • Kīlauea has been relatively quiet since September 2018. However, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists continue to monitor the volcano for any signs of change and to learn as much as they can from the dramatic events of this past summer. Here, HVO scientists scout possible locations for a webcam to provide additional views into the enlarged crater within Kīlauea's summit caldera. USGS photo by M. Zoeller. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
    Kīlauea has been relatively quiet since September 2018. However, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists continue to monitor the volcano for any signs of change and to learn as much as they can from the dramatic events of this past summer. Here, HVO scientists scout possible locations for a webcam to provide additional views into the enlarged crater within Kīlauea’s summit caldera. USGS photo by M. Zoeller. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
  • An HVO scientist levels a tripod over a benchmark during a routine campaign GPS survey on Kīlauea's lower East Rift Zone. USGS photo by L. DeSmither. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
    An HVO scientist levels a tripod over a benchmark during a routine campaign GPS survey on Kīlauea’s lower East Rift Zone. USGS photo by L. DeSmither. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
  • An HVO scientist levels a tripod over a benchmark during a routine campaign GPS survey on Kīlauea's lower East Rift Zone. USGS photo by L. DeSmither. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
    An HVO scientist levels a tripod over a benchmark during a routine campaign GPS survey on Kīlauea’s lower East Rift Zone. USGS photo by L. DeSmither. Photo taken Tuesday, February 19, 2019 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

(Activity updates are written by scientists at the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.)

Kīlauea is not erupting. Rates of seismicity, deformation, and gas release have not changed significantly over the past week.

Three earthquakes with three or more felt reports occurred in Hawaiʻi during the past week: a magnitude-1.6 quake 4 km (2 mi) southwest of Volcano at 3:02 a.m. HST on Feb. 17; a magnitude-3.0 quake 10 km (6 mi) south of Kapaʻau at 12 km (7 mi) depth on Feb. 17 at 12:04 a.m. HST; and a magnitude-3.3 quake 13 km (8 mi) east of Honokaʻa at 6 km (4 mi) depth on Feb.13 at 4:42 p.m. HST.

Deformation signals are consistent with refilling of Kīlauea Volcano’s deep East Rift Zone (ERZ). Sulfur dioxide emission rates in the lower ERZ have been below detection limits since early September 2018. Sulfur dioxide emissions at Kīlauea’s summit and middle ERZ remain low, with rates steady over the past several weeks.

Hazardous conditions still exist at both the lower ERZ and summit of Kīlauea. Residents and visitors in the lower Puna District and Kīlauea summit areas on the Island of Hawaiʻi should stay informed and heed Hawai‘i County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts). HVO continues to closely monitor Kīlauea for any sign of increased activity.

The USGS Volcano Alert level for Mauna Loa remains at NORMAL.

Please visit HVO’s website (https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvo) for past Volcano Watch articles, Kīlauea and Mauna Loa updates, volcano photos, maps, recent earthquake info, and more. Call 808-967-8862 for weekly Kīlauea updates. Email questions to askHVO@usgs.gov.

Body found next to Daniel K. Inouye Highway is identified as Kona Man

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Body found next to Daniel K. Inouye Highway is identified as Kona Man

MEDIA RELEASE

Hawaiʻi Island police have identified the body discovered off of the Daniel K. Inouye Highway last Thursday (February 14).

Richard Rogers, 82-years-old, of Kailua Kona, was found unresponsive, lying near a white hatchback. An autopsy performed by the medical examiner determined that Rogers died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

A firearm was recovered from the scene by detectives.

Creative Lab Hawaii to hold info session in Hilo Tuesday (March 5)

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Creative Lab Hawaii to hold info session in Hilo Tuesday (March 5)

MEDIA RELEASE

Join us to learn about Creative Lab Hawaii’s programs coming in 2019.
The event is open to all creative entrepreneurs in the field of screenwriting (television, motion pictures, web, animation), producers (television, motion pictures, web, animation, and games), music and fashion located in Hawaii, the mainland, and the world.

Time: 5-6 p.m.
Date: March 5, 2019
Place:
Palace Theater
38 Haili Street
Hilo, HI 96720

Website:
http://hilopalace.com/

Cost: Free

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-lab-hawaii-information-session-on-2019-programs-hawaii-tickets-56463815793

Creative Lab Hawaii
Email: creativelab808@gmail.com
Website: http://creativelab.hawaii.gov/

CERT basic training course in Ka‘u for March-April, 2019

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CERT basic training course in Ka‘u for March-April, 2019

MEDIA RELEASE

Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency is providing a basic emergency response training course in Ka‘u at the Discovery Harbour Community Center starting Sunday, March 24, 2019. This Community Emergency Response Team Basic Training Course provides participants with classroom and hands-on instruction on what to do in an emergency or disaster.

CERT Basic Training Schedule:

  • March 24 at Discovery Harbour, Ka‘u
  • March 30 at Discovery Harbour, Ka‘u
  • April 6 at Discovery Harbour, Ka‘u
  • April 13 at Discovery Harbour, Ka‘u

If you are interested in basic emergency awareness, developing personal response knowledge and skills, and you can commit to 4 Saturdays on learning how to respond in an emergency and disaster, sign-up online by emailing hawaiicert@gmail.com

There is no charge for this training, but seating is limited, so reserve your seat today.

Again, sign up online by emailing hawaiicert@gmail.com

The CERT Program is administered by your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.

TSA Pre expands to include 9 more airlines both domestic and international

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TSA Pre expands to include 9 more airlines both domestic and international

MEDIA RELEASE

WASHINGTON — The Transportation Security Administration announced today the expansion of its TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program to nine additional domestic and international carriers. The new partnering airlines are Air India, Asiana Airlines, China Airlines, Eastern Airlines, Elite Airways, EVA Airways, Japan Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, and Volaris. Today’s announcement brings the number of airlines participating in TSA Pre✓® to 65 domestic and international carriers.

“I am pleased to welcome these new partners to the TSA Pre✓® program,” said Administrator David Pekoske. “By continuing to expand TSA Pre✓®, and engaging more and more with our international partners, we are increasing the overall effectiveness of the security we provide, raising the baseline of global aviation security, and improving the passenger experience.”

TSA Pre✓® is an expedited screening program that enables low-risk travelers to enjoy a smart and efficient screening experience at more than 200 U.S. airports. For TSA Pre✓® travelers, there is no need to remove shoes, laptops, 3-1-1 liquids, belts or light jackets. To date in 2019, nearly 94 percent of passengers in TSA Pre✓® lanes waited less than five minutes.

TSA Pre✓® is available when departing from a U.S. airport to a foreign country, and for domestic, connecting flights after returning to the U.S. Travelers who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals and lawful permanent residents of the U.S. can apply for  TSA Pre✓®  for a cost of $85 for five years, which is $17 per year, through the TSA Pre✓® application program. Once approved, travelers will receive a “Known Traveler Number” to input when making an airline reservation and will have the opportunity to utilize TSA Pre✓® lanes at select security checkpoints when traveling on any of the 65 participating airlines.

Other passengers who are eligible for TSA Pre✓®include members of the three U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Trusted Traveler programs,Global Entry, NEXUS and SENTRI. TSA Pre✓® is also available for U.S. Armed Forces service members, including those serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Reserves and National Guard. To find the program that best suits your travel needs, use the Department of Homeland Security trusted traveler comparison tool.

Passengers should check for the TSA Pre✓® indicator (such as TSAPRECHK, TSA PRE, or TSA Pre✓®) on their boarding pass to know if they are eligible for TSA Pre✓® on their flight.

TSA Pre✓® members who have enjoyed expedited screening since 2013 are now eligible to renew their membership. To keep enjoying TSA Pre✓® benefits, individuals may renew up to six months before the membership expiration date. For most members, renewal is easy and may be completed online.

TSA continues to incorporate unpredictable security measures, both seen and unseen, throughout the airport. All travelers will be screened, and no individual will be guaranteed expedited screening.

For more information, read the frequently asked questions about TSA Pre✓®.


County of Hawaii Mayor’s office warns of sweepstakes scam

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County of Hawaii Mayor’s office warns of sweepstakes scam

MEDIA RELEASE

The County of Hawai’i Mayor’s Office is alerting the public to a scam involving solicitations of money to win bogus sweepstakes, with the scammers purporting to be County officials or having the endorsement of the County.

The County of Hawai‘i does not solicit money, and the public should beware of scammers posing as County officials offering sweepstakes winnings.

If you receive a sweepstakes solicitation letter or telephone call purporting to be from the Mayor’s Office or another County Department, please disregard the solicitation and notify the Hawai‘i Police Department immediately.

To report suspected scams, please call the Hawai’i Police Department’s non-emergency number at 935-3311.

PTA training, hunting & community update for February 2019

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PTA training, hunting & community update for February 2019

MEDIA RELEASE

PŌHAKULOA TRAINING AREA, Hawai‘i—US Air Force F-22 Raptor jets will be training above PTA on February 22 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The aircraft (4) will be at a high altitude and may be heard or even sighted above Pohakuloa Training Area of the nearby vicinity. No live ordinance is being used.

The planned mammal hunt for this weekend 23-24 February has been canceled. Any questions please contact Brian Leo, PTA Game Manager at 808-333-4847.

Additionally this weekend, PTA will be taking part in the Engineer Bash at the Thelma Parker Community Library in Waimea on February 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and showcasing some of the sustainability efforts ongoing at the base including 11KW solar trailer, food recycling and more.

As a reminder, PTA is having “Experience PTA Day” on April 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is an open house type event with many displays, demonstrations, and other fun attractions offered for young kids to grown adults. This is a free event and put on to inform and educate the community about PTA and enjoy talking with the troops or just looking at neat pieces of equipment, or even looking inside of the Quonset huts.

Any parties/groups interested in attending or presenting at Experience PTA Day can contact Mike Donnelly PTA Public Affairs Officer, either by calling (808) 969-2411 (Office) or emailing michael.o.donnelly.civ@mail.mil.

The planned mammal hunt for this weekend 23-24 February has been cancelled. Any questions please contact Brian Leo, PTA Game Manager at 808-333-4847.

Additionally this weekend, PTA will be taking part in the Engineer Bash at the Thelma Parker Community Library in Waimea on February 23 from 9 am to 1 pm and showcasing some of the sustainability efforts ongoing at the base including 11KW solar trailer, food recycling and more. 

As a reminder, PTA is having “Experience PTA Day” on April 18 from 9 am to 1 pm. This is an open house type event with many displays, demonstrations, and other fun attractions offered for young kids to grown adults. This is a free event and put on to inform and educate the community about PTA and enjoy talking with the troops or just looking at neat pieces of equipment, or even looking inside of the Quonset huts. 

Any parties/groups interested in attending or presenting at Experience PTA Day can contact Mike Donnelly PTA Public Affairs Officer, either by calling (808) 969-2411 (Office) or emailing michael.o.donnelly.civ@mail.mil.

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