Kilauea Volcano Lava Eruption May Lead To Local Flower Shortage

HAWAII ISLAND – From tourism to farming, many industries are taking a big hit because of the eruption.

The Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce says hotels, bed and breakfasts, and tour operators are seeing a 50 percent drop in business. 

"The tourists are actually staying away in numbers that high," said President William Walter. 

But what many don't know, Walter says, is the impact it has on the floral industry. 

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