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Ash-falling Warning
Issued: 10:41 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...ASHFALL WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT HST TONIGHT... * WHAT...Kilauea is undergoing an episodic fountaining eruption within the summit caldera. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather conditions. * WHERE...Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and areas to the north and northeast, including the communities of Volcano and Mountain View. * WHEN...Until midnight HST tonight. * IMPACTS...The public may be impacted by substantial tephra fall. Varying levels of ash, Pele's hair and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the eruption. Large foam-like tephra up to football size may fall near the summit and up to several miles downwind. Small particles are eye and respiratory irritants. Larger lightweight tephra are not usually harmful on impact, but they can reduce visibility, create hazardous driving conditions, and need localized clean-up. This lightweight material does not pose a roof-collapse risk. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain indoors and avoid driving during tephra fall if possible. Limit exposure to tephra, especially if you have respiratory sensitivities. Wear a face mask if you must go outside. Cover and disconnect your water catchment system to protect your water supply. Wear a mask, gloves, eye protection, and long clothing when clearing tephra. Follow all guidance from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is closed and Highway 11 is closed except for local traffic between mile markers 24 and 40. Be aware that additional closures may occur. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption site. Areas farther downwind to the north and northeast, including Puna, North and South Hilo, and Hamakua Districts, may experience ash and Pele's hair. && Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from volcanic eruptions to; the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at:; Hawaiiash.science/report_form
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 9:19 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...KILAUEA EPISODE 44 LAVA FOUNTAINING BEGAN TODAY AT 1110 AM HST... WHAT...Kilauea is undergoing an episodic fountaining eruption within the summit caldera. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather conditions. IMPACTS...Varying levels of ash, Pele's hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the eruption. In the current weather pattern, "downwind" will be to the north and northeast of the summit, including the communities of Volcano and Mountain View. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption site and may affect communities at greater distances. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you live downwind of the Kilauea summit, or plan to visit the summit area, stay informed about current volcanic activity and weather conditions. Winds from the south mean that tephra could fall in areas of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, on Highway 11 nearby, and in communities near the Kilauea summit region. Consider covering and temporarily disconnecting your water catchment system. Be prepared with eye and respiratory protection and be ready to shelter in place if necessarily. Follow all guidance from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Be aware that road or park closures may occur. Areas farther downwind to the north and northeast of the Kilauea summit, including Puna, and North and South Hilo, and Hamakua Districts, may experience ash and Pele's hair. This statement will be issued daily and updated as needed. && For more information on the status of Kilauea Volcano, please see; https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates; For health and safety recommendations, please visit the Hawaii; Interagency Vog Information Dashboard at https://vog.ivhhn.org; Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from eruptions to the USGS; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at https://hawaiiash.science/report_form
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 3:37 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 20 to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet possible. * WHERE...Big Island Windward Waters, Big Island Leeward Waters and Big Island Southeast Waters. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM HST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from this evening through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans. &&
Gale Watch
Issued: 3:37 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS EVENING... ...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 20 to 35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet possible. * WHERE...Big Island Windward Waters, Big Island Leeward Waters and Big Island Southeast Waters. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM HST this evening. For the Gale Watch, from this evening through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 1:01 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...All Hawaiian Islands. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to excessive rainfall and overflow of streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be closed, along with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff. Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Strengthening low pressure west of the islands will draw deep tropical moisture northward across the state, bringing the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms capable of producing flash flooding. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. &&
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