2 new lava vents open up in Hawaii neighborhood

AP  |  Pahoa (Hawaii) 

Two new cracks in the ground emitting and gas have opened up in a community where 35 structures have burned down.

Officials say there are 12 fissures in Leilani Estates.

Residents of the evacuated subdivision are being allowed to check on their properties from 7 am to 6 pm every day until further notice. Officials say residents must be prepared to leave on short notice.

Police arrested two people for ignoring commands to stop at a roadblock outside the community.

Acting says it's difficult to tell from aerial surveys how many are homes and how many are other uninhabited structures.

The state's Division says those impacted by the mandatory evacuations, fire, smoke or noxious fumes may be able to start claims. The state says homeowners should check with companies about their policies.

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First Published: Tue, May 08 2018. 07:35 IST