Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi stands ready to assist victims of Hurricane Beryl; Maui Blood Drive, July 16-18

Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi is preparing to assist victims of Hurricane Beryl, if needed. BBH is a member of The Blood Emergency Readiness Corps, a coalition of blood centers nationwide committed to being prepared for mass transfusion emergencies here in the islands and across the US. These blood centers collectively pledge to collect additional units of blood on a rotating “on-call” schedule, ensuring an immediate and available supply for emergency needs when disasters hit.

On July 8, Hurricane Beryl, a category 1 storm, made landfall in Texas, leaving over 2.7 million people without power. The storm claimed at least eight lives and injured many others. BBH’s upcoming blood drive on Maui from July 16 to 18 at Cameron Center Maui aims to support both Hawaiʻi communities and those affected in Texas, if needed.

The blood drive will operate during the following hours:

• Tuesday, July 16 from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 17 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Thursday, July 18 from 6 a.m. – 3 p.m.

For more information or to schedule a donation appointment, visit bbh.org or call 808-848-4770. Donors are also encouraged to follow BBH on social at @bloodbankhawaii for updates.