Disaster preparation information.
In a span of just four hours Wednesday, the Maui Strong Fund at the Hawai‘i Community Foundation swelled to $1 million, buoyed by people and organizations rushing to help residents affected by the Maui wildfires. Read more
Every donated dollar to the fund will go to community needs such as shelter, food and financial assistance for residents, and no fees will be collected for administration, foundation officials said. Read more
A newly expanded asteroid-alert system operated by the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy can now scan the entire sky every 24 hours for dangerous asteroids that could strike Earth with short notice. Read more
With severe weather occuring around the state, a number of closures have been announced by local officials. Read more
Visitor arrivals and visitor spending to Hawaii posted increases in June, the first month both categories have been up since November. Read more
The funding can be used for emergency supplies and temporary shelter-related goods and services but is not intended for long-term infrastructure repairs, or repairs or rebuilding of homes. Read more
As Tropical Storm Darby approaches the Big Island and Maui County, the weather service and emergency management officials are reminding people to have emergency plans in place and emergency supplies on hand for hurricane season. Read more
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Before the next floods descend, familiarize yourself with a Flood Zone Map and advice on what to do if you're at home or must evacuate, and safety tips for navigating in flood conditions. Read more
When the sirens sound and the warnings blast that a hurricane is imminent, the best-case scenario would be for you to have been prepared. But what do you do when you're not ready and the storm is upon you? Read more
The needs of a pregnant woman during a disaster or crisis are unique. If you must evacuate your home, here are some special things to consider. Read more
While packing disaster kits and vital supplies ahead of time can make the process of evacuating run smoothly, pets are sometimes lost in the hustle and bustle. Read more
The best way for residents to reduce their stress levels during an imminent weather disaster, is with a planned course of action. An effective emergency plan addresses everything. Read more
A majority of Hawaii residents are underprepared for the possibility of a disaster, and one important -- and simple -- component in preparing for a disaster is to create a survival kit filled with essential materials. Read more
It is vital to know what kinds of foods and drinks you should store. Without proper preparation, a fully stocked kitchen could quickly turn into a collection of inedible and undrinkable items. Read more
The needs of families with newborns are unique. Start with following all directions given by the civil defense during an emergency, then make sure your disaster kit includes everything necessary for yourself and your baby. Read more
History proves that natural disasters can strike at any time, and with few buffers between the Islands and surrounding landmasses, Hawaii serves as a prime target for potential destruction. Read more
