2018-06-06 Halemaumau Ash Eruption plus No Tsunami Threat after 5.6 earthquake -- press release

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CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: June 6, 2018 MEDIA UPDATE Time: 4:15 PM Incident: East Rift Zone Eruption – 5.6 Earthquake/No Tsunami Threat, WED, 6/6, 4:10 PM This is a Civil Defense message Wednesday, June 6 at 4:15 p.m. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports the earthquake that occurred at approximately 4:10 p.m. was NOT large enough to cause a tsunami for the Island of Hawaii. There is NO tsunami threat for the island of Hawaii. Preliminary data indicates that the earthquake measuring a magnitude of 5.6 was centered at the Kilauea Summit. As in all earthquakes, be aware of the possibility of aftershocks. If the earthquake was strongly felt in your area, precautionary checks should be made for any damages; especially to utility connections of gas, water and electricity. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: An ash plume has been detected traveling to the southwest. Avoid ash by staying indoors. Again, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports the earthquake that occurred at approximately 4:10 p.m. was NOT large enough to cause a tsunami for the island of Hawaii. NO tsunami threat. If any additional information becomes available, you will be notified. CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: June 6, 2018 MEDIA UPDATE Time: 4:30 PM Incident: Halemaumau Ash Eruption This is a Civil Defense Message for Wednesday, June 6 at 4:30 in the evening. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that an ash eruption at the Kilauea Summit occurred at about 4:10 PM. The resulting ash plume reached 10,000 feet high and may affect the surrounding areas. The wind is blowing in the southwest direction and ash fallout may affect the areas of Volcano and Pahala. Please be on the alert. Due to the volcanic activity, the following is provided for your awareness:  If you are at home, stay indoors with the windows closed. If you are outside, seek cover.