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Is the Big Island of Hawaii a good place to live?

Michael Wilson

Is the Big Island of Hawaii a good place to live?

So, you are thinking about moving to the Big Island (formally called Hawai’i Island)? The Big Island is indeed a magnificent and powerful place. Active volcanoes, tropical jungle, waterfalls, towering mountains and idyllic beaches call an alluring siren song—it’s an easy place to fall in love with.

Is the Big Island of Hawaii safe to live?

The Island of Hawaii, also known as the Big Island, is one of the few places in the world where visitors can get up close and personal with an active volcano and red-hot lava. Many visitors ask local residents if it is safe to live next to an active volcano and the answer is a resounding, yes!

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  • Makaweli, Kauai. Dave Seidman/Flickr.
  • Kalaupapa, Molokai. Warren Antiola/Flickr.
  • Schofield Barracks, Oahu. U.S. Pacific Command/Flickr.
  • Hanalei, Kauai. Ik T/Flickr.
  • Kilauea, Kauai.
  • Laupahoehoe, Big Island.
  • Haleiwa, Oahu.
  • Mililani Town, Oahu.

How bad is vog on the Big Island?

Vog is unpleasant to anyone, and can produce headaches as well as irritation to the lungs and eyes at higher concentrations. For people with asthma and other respiratory problems, the effects are much more serious, causing a tightening of the airways in the lungs and making it very difficult to breathe.

Is Hilo or Kona better?

Kona offers better weather, the best beaches and snorkeling, newer resorts, more vacation rentals, and more nightlife compared to Hilo Town. Hilo is worth a visit but may not be worth staying for more than a night.

Is Kona safe?

Crime rates in Kona are lower than average when compared to similar size cities across the United States, making it a safe place for residents and visitors.

What is Kona known for?

Kona is also famous for its deep-sea fishing, hosting the International Billfish Tournament (August) every year. And on land, don’t forget to travel to the cooler upland slopes of town like Holualoa, where you can sample the distinctive flavors of 100% Kona coffee, which is what Kona is famous for!

Is Kona safe from volcano?

Most of Big Island’s resorts are on the island’s west side in Kona and Kohala Coast, about 100 miles from the volcano and out of the zone of seismic activity. All hotels and resorts are operating as usual. Despite it being safe, if you’re visiting Big Island soon, you may have to tweak your itinerary.

Is Big Island volcano still erupting?

Kīlauea Volcano continues to erupt, and all activity is confined to the summit, with no indication that additional magma is currently moving into either of Kilauea’s rift zones.