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Heard on: Big Island Hawaii Puna, Volcano, Kau Public Safety · 1/16/2026 02:35 PM
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Company four, respond to the area on Waianuenue Avenue between Carvalho Park and Rainbow Drive.
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Smoke visible in the bushes.
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Smoke seen in bushes near Carvalho Park

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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to reports of smoke in the bushes near Carvalho Park and Rainbow Drive in Hilo. Fire and police units were dispatched to investigate a possible small brush fire. Gray smoke was visible, but no flames were initially seen.

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Rainbow Dr, Hilo, HI 96720
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