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‘Calvin’ response assessed; public reminded that Hurricane season runs through Nov. 30
Governor Josh Green, M.D., praised Hawai‘i’s handling of former Tropical Storm Calvin and cautioned that the storm was just the first challenge in a hurricane season that lasts through November.
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency urges public to prepare for Calvin
“We’re still hopeful that Calvin won’t cause any major problems, but after three quiet hurricane seasons we don’t want people to be complacent about this hazard,” said James Barros, Administrator of the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA).
Maui AMR offers advice for hurricane season in Hawaiʻi
American Medical Response reminds citizens of Maui County to be prepared during hurricane season, which started on June 1, and runs through November.
Mayor Victorino Urges Emergency Preparedness Ahead of Erick and Flossie
While Hurricane Erick is forecast to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands and Tropical Storm Flossie approaches from the Eastern North Pacific, Mayor Michael Victorino is urging residents to be vigilant, stay informed and prepare.
Hurricane Preparedness Tips and Checklists
As Hurricane Lane continues on its path towards the islands, we are taking the opportunity to provide some helpful preparedness tips, provided by
Enhanced Recommendations for Hurricane Kits: 14 Days of Provisions
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency has increased its recommendation from 7 to 14 days worth of provisions in emergency kits as the 2017 hurricane season begins
2 Hurricanes on Radar: Preparation Urged, Emergency Proclamation Signed
Preparation Urged, Emergency Proclamation Signed. The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency is urging the public to be prepared as forecasters monitor a pair of hurricanes, Ignacio and Jimena and their approach. “We understand the public is fatigued from experiencing four major approaching storms so far this season, but we urge people to take the weekend to prepare their homes and families for impacts that could be felt statewide.”
Maui Continues Preparations for Iselle’s Stormy Weather
At 5 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6, Hurricane Iselle was located 710 miles ESE of Hilo, and 820 miles ESE of Kahului, Maui. The system was moving WNW at 15 mph, and has maximum sustained winds near 85 mph, making it a Category 1 hurricane.
Hurricane Iselle Expected to Impact Maui as Tropical Storm
At this time county officials anticipate a mid-level tropical storm with sustained winds of 50 mph, potential flash flooding and high surf.