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Big Island Vog:

Residents and visitors to the Big Island are always concerned about the vog (the hazy particulate matter in the air caused by the volcano). The degree of vog is directly influenced by the volcanic emissions and the prevailing wind speed and direction. This can dramatically affect the air quality to all of the Hawaiian islands at times and can create a haziness such as seen in big cities such as Los Angeles. Since Kilauea’s increased activity beginning in April 2008, the vog has been more of a problem at times, especially in the Kona area. Typically, the Waikoloa area is influenced to a much lesser extent. Keep in mind, even on a voggy day, Hawaii is still beautiful! As a physician, most of the patients I’ve seen with serious lung disease (COPD or asthma) do not seem to be affected.

The map below gives the latest vog information. Check the dates on the bottom of the map as it’s not updated everyday:

Vog Index Map

Halema`uma`u crater

Below is the most recent picture of activity from the which has been emitting the most vog in the last year:

Pu`u `O`o vent, Kilauea Volcano

And, below is the most recent pictures (updated every few minutes) of the Pu’u O’o vent:

Read the Latest News from West Hawaii Today:

• Dry in Hawaii September 3, 2010
  A dramatic decrease in rainfall has turned Ponoholo Ranch's pastures into "wasteland."
• Council candidates woo ag votes September 3, 2010
  Deferral to community development plans, increasing the branding of Hawaii grown products and stronger protections for agricultural lands were key themes of a County Council forum Thursday evening.
• No charges for officer in alleged sex assault September 3, 2010
  No charges will be filed against a Hawaii County police officer who was allegedly involved in a May sex assault in Kona.
• Harbor fee hikes in dry dock September 3, 2010
  West Hawaii boaters are claiming victory in their fight against parking fees at Honokohau Harbor and increased mooring fees at all state harbors, but the state's top boating official says the proposals could return.
• County to add water spigots September 3, 2010
  Hawaii County plans to build six new water spigot stations, including one in South Kona, over the next 20 months, according to a county news release.
• In Brief - Big Island September 3, 2010
  Alleged artifact theft sparks indictment HILO -- A Hilo grand jury has indicted a Waimea man for allegedly possessing stolen Native Hawaiian artifacts belonging to a South Kohala luxury hotel.
• Correction September 3, 2010
  Kweli played Aug. 27 -- not tonight Talib Kweli played a show at Rockstarz in Kailua-Kona on Aug. 27. In a cutline on Page 2C of today's paper, the date was incorrect. He is not playing today.

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