HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-31 Eruption Update for 0600
CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY DATE: MAY 31, 2018
MEDIA UPDATE TIME: 6:30 AM
UPDATE: #1
Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption
This is a Civil Defense Message for Thursday, May 31 at 6:30 in the
morning.
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that lava from several fissures
continues to move through Leilani Estates, Lanipuna Gardens and towards
the Kapoho area.
Hawaii Fire Department reports that a fast moving flow in the area of Noni
Farms Road is heading toward the Waa Waa area. Residents of
Government Beach Road, Kapoho Beach Lots and Vacationland area at risk
for isolation or lava inundation should a flow reach that area and are
advised to evacuate due to the possibility.
Due to the volcanic activity the following policies are in effect:
Evacuation area residents including Leilani Estates, Government
Beach Road, Kapoho Beach Lots and Vacationland with approved
credentials are allowed to enter from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. This curfew is
strictly enforced for your safety.
Placards to reenter these areas are available at the Disaster
Information Center at the Pahoa Community Center Monday thru
Friday 9-3.
Highway 132 is closed.
Residents close to any volcanic activity should remain alert and be
prepared to voluntarily evacuate if necessary.
Stay tuned to local radio stations for updates from Civil Defense.
We are on watch 24-hours a day for your safety.
Thank you for listening.
This is your Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency.