This is a Civil Defense Emergency Message for Sunday, May 13, 2018 at 5:45 AM.
Department of Public Works and Police have verified reports of a new fissure, number 18, opening up on Halekamahina Loop Road to the west, or Kalapana side of Highway 132. At this time, steam and lava spatter activity has started from this new fissure.
Due to the volcanic activity, the following are issued:
- Residents of Hale Kamahina Loop Road are ordered to evacuate.
- The Pahoa Community Center and Kea’au Community Center are open. Food will be provided and the shelters are pet-friendly.