#Emergency Preparedness

Governor announces Climate Advisory Team to develop climate resilience policy

The newly formed committee will tackle climate disasters and provide a roadmap to mitigate the financial impact of climate change.

6 emergency preparedness leaders to discuss ‘Lessons Learned’ and ‘What’s Next?’ during Waimea Town Meeting

The Waimea Community Association’s May 2 meeting from will focus on emergency response communications and collaboration.

Kaua‘i supports disaster-proof domes at debut public meeting; organizers want concept to go statewide and beyond

The proposed Kaua‘i Resilience Center addresses what organizers say is a dire lack of emergency infrastructure.

Senate president on opening day of 2024 Hawai‘i Legislative Session: ‘Let’s go and fiercely tackle the problems ahead of us’

Sen. Ronald Kouchi or Kaua’i, who has led the chamber since 2015, conveyed a message of interconnectedness and collaboration necessary to tackle the issues facing the state during this session and beyond.

Volcano Watch: Hawaii’s volcanoes are quiet and it’s a bit spooky

Kīlauea’s most recent eruption stopped on Sept. 16. This was the briefest of the five eruptions that have occurred at the summit of Kīlauea since 2020.  The eruption lasted about six days and, like the four eruptions before it, filled in a portion of the summit that collapsed in 2018.

New video series offers tips to get “2 Weeks Ready” for emergencies

The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency has produced 15 episodes, which will be released throughout the summer.

Hawaiʻi Care Choices to host free Healthcare Talk Story on disaster preparedness

Hawai’i Care Choices in Hilo is hosting a free Healthcare Talk Story on June 12, aimed at preparing for natural disasters and supporting community well-being.

77th anniversary of devastating tsunami that struck Hilo; lessons learned are used today

Exactly 77 years ago, on April Foolʻs Day 1946, Hilo and the surrounding coast was hit by the most devastating tsunami in Hawaiʻi’s modern history. The death toll: 159.

Vibrant Hawaiʻi to host Inaugural North Hawaiʻi Resilience Fair in Waimea

The fair is one of a series of community events planned by the Vibrant Hawaiʻi Resilience Hub network during Makahiki.

HI-EMA Offers Reminders on How to be Prepared in a Disaster

The severe weather and consequent flooding across the state serve as a stark reminder that disasters can strike at any time of day, and any time of year.

Waimea Community Association Meeting Set

The October Waimea Community Association’s Town Meeting agenda will tackle subjects of alternative energy and emergency preparedness.

Community Meeting on Emergency Preparedness

Reps. Joy San Buenaventura (Puna) and Mark Nakashima (Hāmākua) will be holding a community meeting on emergency preparedness at the Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility.

Community Emergency Response Team Training for East Hawai‘i

The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense is offering Community Response Team (CERT) training for East Hawai‘i residents.

Siren Warning Systems Test Scheduled

Issues with outdoor siren warning systems should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense by calling 935-0031.