2018-06-09 Eruption Update for 0600

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CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY DATE: June 9, 2018 MEDIA UPDATE TIME: 6:00 AM UPDATE: #2 Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption This is a Civil Defense Message for Saturday, June 9 at 6:00 in the morning. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the eruption continues in the lower East Rift Zone. Fissure 8 continues to produce a large channelized flow that is entering the ocean at Kapoho Bay and producing a large laze plume. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory also reports that a steam explosion occurred at the Kilauea Summit early this morning, so be aware of ash fallout if your commute takes you through Ka’u. Due to the lava entering the ocean, the following policies are in effect:  Avoid the laze plume.  Be aware that the laze plume travels with the wind and can change direction without warning. Due to the current volcanic activity, the following policies are in effect:  Leilani Estates West of Pomaikai Street is open only to residents with official credentials; there is no curfew.  Government Beach Road, between Kahakai Boulevard and Cinder Road is open to Waa Waa and Papaya Farms Road only to residents with official credentials; there is no curfew.  Residents in these areas should heed warnings from Civil Defense officials and be prepared to evacuate with little notice. The shelter at Pahoa Community Center is open and pet-friendly. The Keaau Armory shelter has reached capacity. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports volcanic gas emissions remain very high from fissure eruptions. Due to the elevated gas levels, the following is provided for your information:  If you feel the effects of gas exposure shelter-in-place or leave the immediate area.  You can monitor sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide on Hawaii Island by visiting the Civil Defense website. We are on watch 24-hours a day for your safety. This is your Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency.