1) In 1890, the Kilauea Volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii erupted, creating a spectacular display of lava flows and ash clouds. The eruption continued for several days, damaging nearby homes and farms.
2) On November 25, 1940, the US Navy established the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard in Honolulu, Hawaii. The shipyard played a crucial role in World War II, repairing and refitting naval vessels damaged in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
3) In 1975, the Hawaiian island of Maui was hit by a devastating earthquake, measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale. The quake caused widespread damage and triggered several landslides, killing two people and injuring dozens more.
4) On November 25, 2008, Hawaii became the first state in the US to ban plastic bags at grocery stores and other retailers. The law was aimed at reducing plastic waste and encouraging the use of reusable bags.
5) In 2016, President Barack Obama made a historic visit to Hawaii, where he was born and raised. During his trip, he participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor, honoring the victims of the 1941 attack.
5 Fun Facts About November 25 In Hawaii History
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