HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-18 Eruption Update for 1930
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: May 18, 2018
MEDIA UPDATE Time: 7:30 PM
Update: #5
Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption
This is a Civil Defense Message for Friday, May 18 at 7:30 in the evening.
Fast moving lava from Fissure 20 has crossed Pohoiki Road near Malama Ki Place, isolating approximately
40 homes in the area. All persons are asked to avoid the area.
Due to the volcanic activity, the following policies are in effect:
Pohoiki Road is closed.
Four (4) people were safely evacuated by County and National Guard helicopters.
People still in that area are asked to stay in a safe place and wait for further instructions.
Residents from Isaac Hale Beach Park to Kalapana are advised to prepare for voluntary evacuation
should Highway 137 become threatened.
For those evacuating, the Pahoa Community Center, Keaau Community Center, and Sure
Foundation Church are open. Food will be provided and the shelters are pet friendly.
Highway 137 and 130 are open.
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.