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CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: May 8, 2018
MEDIA UPDATE Time: 10:00 AM
Radio Frequency: Every 1 hour
Update: 1
Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption in Leilani Subdivision
This is a Civil Defense Message for Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 10:00 AM.
The East Rift Zone eruption in Leilani Subdivision continues. Hawaiian Volcano
Observatory confirms volcanic activity has paused at all 12 fissures. Hazardous fumes
continue to be released. Since the onset of this eruption, a total of 12 fissures have
emerged. The lava has covered 104 acres and 35 structures have been destroyed.
Due to the eruption, the following are issued:
Conditions permitting, Leilani Estates residents will be allowed to check on
their property from 7 AM to 6 PM each day until further notice. Follow the
instructions of the authorities on scene. Be prepared to evacuate at a
moment’s notice.
Highway 130 is closed between Malama Street and Kamaili Road
Pohoiki Road is closed from Highway 132 to Hinalo Street
Civil Defense has established the Recovery Information and Assistance Center
(RIAC) at the Sacred Hearts Church in Pāhoa, Monday to Friday from 9 AM to
3 PM.
o Entry placard registration for residents wishing to retrieve personal
items will be issued at RIAC throughout the week.
o Dedicated website to answer questions, volunteer, make donations,
lost/found pets and links to other important resources/information.
www.punalavaflow2018.com
o The County is taking care of all animals whose evacuated owners
reported them left behind.
Hawai‘i Electric Light reminds residents to treat all downed lines as live.
Under no circumstances are you to approach or touch downed lines.
A water truck for public use is located near the Vacationland mailboxes.
No access is allowed at this time for residents of Lanipuna Gardens due to
dangerous volcanic gases.
Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) are in effect. All aviation request are
administered by the Fire Department.
United States Postal Service announced that evacuated residents can pick up
their mail at the Pahoa Post Office.
The Hawai‘i County Police Department and the Prosecutor’s Office have
established a policy of zero tolerance towards looting or vandalism. Under
Emergency Provisions, any looting or vandalism will be treated as a felony.
DOH is working on updating SOdata reporting online. Hawaii Interagency
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Vog Information Dashboard http:/ivhhn.org/vog
Puna Geothermal Venture reports no activity at this time and the facility is
secured. Precautionary measures are being taken to remove flammable
materials offsite.
The residents of Leilani Estates are going through a very difficult time. We ask for your
understanding. We ask for your help.
County, State and Federal partners continue to monitor the situation. You will be
informed of any conditions that affect your safety.
Thank you for listening. Have a safe day. This is your Hawai‘i County Civil Defense.