#Preparedness

Tropical Storm Hone will be at Big Island’s doorstep tonight; you only have till midday to make last-minute prep

Regardless of knowing and how many times in advance of hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through Nov. 30 in the Central Pacific, that people are told it’s impossible to precisely — 100% without a doubt, right on the money, no ifs, ands or buts — predict the movement of hurricanes, tropical storms and tropical depressions, many still seem to enjoy living on the edge.

‘We need to do better’: Governor urges awareness, preparedness as Hawai‘i wildfire season approaches

State’s top executive proclaimed May as Wildfire Mitigation and Risk Reduction Preparedness Month

State transportation department taking steps to look for possible rockfalls on Hawaiʻi Belt Road during Calvin

The Hawaii Department of Transportation is taking steps to ensure preparedness for possible heavy storms and flooding across the island chain, including looking for rockslides, as a result of Tropical Storm Calvin.

Are you ready? Being prepared is key to weathering Calvin and other storms

As Hurricane Calvin approaches the Central Pacific, continuing on a westward trek that looks to bring the storm — or its remnants — to Hawai‘i, possibly as early as Tuesday, it’s time to think about what you need to do to be ready.

Volcano Awareness Month keeps you in the know about Mauna Loa and Kīlauea

While eruptions can be spectacular to watch and experience, they provide a stark reminder of how life on the Big Island can be impacted very quickly by volcanic activity.

Volcano Watch: Earthquakes and volcanoes, a recipe for preparedness

Feeling occasional earthquakes is part of the experience of living in Hawai‘i, especially on the Island of Hawai‘i.

Stores Designating Shopping Periods For Kūpuna

Several Hawai‘i Island grocery stores have designated hours set up for kūpuna shopping (individuals 60 or older) as concern over the COVID-19 pandemic persist.

Community Asked to Join Great Hawai’i ShakeOut

The statewide Great Hawai’i ShakeOut earthquake preparedness event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10:15 p.m.

March Kicks Off ‘Red Cross Month’

The American Red Cross celebrates March as “Red Cross Month.”