The state will will conduct siren testing today between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kapolei Golf Course and the University of Hawaii–West Oahu.

Residents nearby may hear the siren sound six to eight times for 30-second to one-minute intervals during the identified time frame. Testing will include short blasts known as “burps.” During the tests, emergency management officials and technicians will check that installation work on this siren has been completed properly.

Questions regarding this test should be directed to the City and County of Honolulu Department of Emergency Management at (808) 723-8960.