HURRICANE SEASON LASTS FROM JUNE - NOVEMBER
During the 2008 hurricane season, which runs from June 1 - November 30, Governor Lingle and Lt. Governor Aiona are encouraging Hawai`i residents to be prepared. Visit links on this website to learn important information about preparedness, including forecast and readiness websites.
"The most important actions every family can take now include developing a family disaster plan, learning where your nearest shelters are located, preparing an emergency supply kit with provisions for at least seven days, and staying aware of current weather conditions. Hurricane preparedness is a responsibility we all share," said Governor Lingle. "By being prepared, you will ensure your family is safe when a hurricane hits Hawai‘i."
An emergency supply kit should include food, water, medicine, clothing, blankets, batteries, flashlights, radio, and other necessities your family will need. If you have pets, remember to include emergency supplies for them as well.
PLANNING AND PREPARING FOR DISASTER
Having a disaster emergency response plan for yourself, as well as your family and pets, is important. Many disasters like earthquakes, locally generated tsunamis, and others will leave you with very little time to react. Know what resources are available to you beforehand, and develop a plan to ensure that all of your family members know what to do and are accounted for. Visit ready.gov for information on what to include inside of your disaster preparedness kit and for ideas to create a family disaster emergency response plan.
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Visit the Hawai`i State Civil Defense website to view a tsunami evacuation mapping tool.
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EMERGENCY PROCLAMATIONS AND NEWS RELEASES
CHECK HAWAI`I WEATHER CONDITIONS AND FORECASTS
To check Hawai`i weather conditions, visit the NOAA website.
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Visit a comprehensive, up-to-date web portal that provides information regarding the current status of VOG on the Big Island of Hawai‘i.
For current reports on the Kilauea Eruption, visit http://www.lavainfo.us/.
Visit, write or call State Civil Defense, and your county's Civil Defense office
Maui Civil Defense Agency
County of Maui 200 South High Street Wailuku, HI 96793 Phone: 1(808) 270-7285 After Hours: 1(808) 244-6400
3990 Kaana Street, Suite 100 Lihue, HI 96766 Phone: 1(808) 241-1800 After Hours: 1(808) 241-1711
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