HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-18 Eruption Update for 1700 (5PM)
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: May 18, 2018
MEDIA UPDATE Time: 5 PM
Update: #4
Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption
This is a Civil Defense Message for Friday, May 18 at 5 o’clock in the evening.
Fast moving lava has crossed Pohoiki Road near Malama Ki Place. Police, Fire and National Guard are
being sent in to stop all entry on both sides of Pohoiki and secure the area. There are approximately 40
homes in the area that are isolated. Officials are gaining access by helicopter to the area to assess how
many people are there and if they need assistance. All persons in that area are asked to stay where they
are and wait for further instructions.
All persons are asked to stay clear of this emergency situation.
The residents of Puna are going through a very difficult time. We ask for your help and understanding.
Thank you for listening. We are on watch 24-hours a day for your safety.
This is your Hawai‘i County Civil Defense.