6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Big Island, Causing Damage

A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck the west flank of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi at 9:46 p.m. On Friday, May 22, 2026. The tremor, which originated at a depth of just over 15 miles, was felt across the island and as far away as Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. According to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the event was … Read more

Flood advisory issued as moderate to locally heavy rainfall soaks parts of East Hawai’i : Big Island Now

The New Normal: Navigating the Future of Extreme Precipitation and Flash Flooding For those living in tropical corridors and volcanic landscapes, the sound of rain is usually a comfort. However, a worrying trend is emerging: the shift from steady, predictable showers to sudden, intense “rain bombs” that overwhelm drainage systems in minutes. We are seeing … Read more