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Volcano Eruption Updates

todayMay 8, 2018

Background

UPDATE: 6 a.m.

Volcanic activity has paused at all 12 fissures although they continue to emit hazardous fumes, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Residents of Leilani Estates will be allowed to check their property from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily until further notice, Hawaii County Civil Defense said in a news release. Entry placards for residents who wish to retrieve personal items from the subdivision will be available at the community information center at Sacred Hearts Church in Pahoa. The information center is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Access to Lanipuna Gardens remains prohibited due to dangerous volcanic gases.

Highway 130 is closed between Malama Street and Kamaili Road. Pohoiki Road is closed from Highway 132 to Hinalo Street.

Puna Geothermal Venture reports no activity at this time although the facility is secured.

Tuesday 5:30 a.m.

There were nearly 200 people at the Pahoa Community Center and 15 people at the Keaau Community Center shelters as of midnight. About 50 Red Cross volunteers have been assisting evacuees with emergency needs.

Monday 9:30 p.m.

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports volcanic activity has subsided at all 12 fissures, but hazardous fumes remain. A total of 12 fissures have emerged, and 35 structures have been destroyed.

Water repairs on Pohoiki Road in Pahoa have been completed, said the Department of Water Supply. The water line is currently being recharged. A water truck for public use remains near the Vacationland mailboxes.

Written by: KNKR News