HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-03 East Rift Eruption -- includes evacuation of Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Garden -- 530 pm
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: May 3, 2018
MEDIA UPDATE Time 5:30 PM
Radio Frequency: every 15 minutes
Update: 2
Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption in Leilani Subdivision
This is a Civil Defense update for Thursday May 3, 2018 at 5:30 PM.
Department of Public Works reports steam and lava emissions from a crack in Leilani
Subdivision in the area of Mohala Street.
Due to the eruption, the following are issued:
All residents in Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens Subdivisions are required to
evacuate.
The Pahoa Regional Community Center near the new Pahoa Regional Park is open
for shelter.
Keaau Community Center is to be opened for additional shelter needs.
Residents evacuating should ensure to bring your emergency evacuation supply
kit including necessary medicine, food, and necessary items for your comfort if
possible.
The intersection at Highway 132 and Pohoiki Road is now closed to allow
evacuation efforts to proceed.
Puna Geothermal Venture is executing their emergency plan and starting to shut
down operations at this time.
Avoid travel to the evacuation area for everyone’s safety.
Hawaii County Civil Defense, Police, Fire and partners continue to assist evacuation
efforts and monitor the situation. You will be informed of any conditions that affect
your safety.
Thank you for listening. This is your Hawai’i County Civil Defense Agency.
***end of public information message***
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