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How Prepared Communities Help Emergency Response Work Better
During an islandwide disaster, emergency officials may be managing hundreds of problems at once. Learn why response can take time—and how accurate information, prepared households and organized communities help the system work better.
Could Your Household Make It Through the First 72 Hours?
If roads, power, water and communications failed after a disaster, could your household safely manage the first 72 hours? Start with this practical household test—then build toward Hawaiʻi’s two-week preparedness recommendation.
Could Your Community Become Isolated After a Disaster?
Hurricane Lowell is a timely reminder that a community does not need to experience a direct hit to become isolated. Learn how one damaged road, bridge or communication system could affect your neighborhood—and how to begin preparing together.
What Happens After the Wind Stops?
Most hurricane plans explain what to do before landfall. But what happens when the wind stops, the roads are blocked, the power is out and emergency crews are responding across the island?