1. Aloha Hawaii Council of Community Associations

2. Key Elements of Disasters
Relatively unexpected
May overwhelm emergency personnel
Can pose a threat to lives, property and the environment
Government resources may not be available

3. It happened in Hawaii…
Tsunami

10. Hypothetical Tsunami Events
Solomon
Tonga
Mariana
Cascadia (Mw 9.1)
Japan

11. It happened in Hawaii…
Earthquake

14. It can happen any day with fires, floods and rock slides

15. It happened here with Hurricane Iniki…

16. Historical Hurricane Tracks (1949-2006)

17. Public Shelters Provides short-term protections Will be very crowded
Some risk involved
No amenities

18. Private Sheltering Authority: Section 128-19, Hawaii Revised Statutes
Immunity from negligence liability
Protection does not extend to gross negligence

19. Private Shelter Program
Shelter-in-place program
Courtesy site survey
Designated safe areas
No compensation
Hold harmless

20. Community Preparedness
Organizations and citizens should prepare by:
Identifying potential hazards
Reducing hazards, if possible
Family Preparedness
Developing a Family Preparedness Plan
Neighborhood Awareness
Identifying local assets (Map Your Neighborhood)
Organizing the community

21. Involve your child in preparing for emergencies
Helps them keep calm in an emergency
Putting together a communications plan and establishing a gathering place will lessen your worry should an emergency occur when you are not with your child
Things you can do
Listen to and talk about weather forecasts
Practice evacuation drills
Enlist their help in putting together emergency kits
Visit together

22. Make an Emergency Plan
Write down contact numbers and include an out-of-state contact if possible
Be familiar with Hawaii’s warning system and the terms used (i.e., advisory, watch, warning)
Designate family assembly areas

23. Make an Emergency Kit RADIO, flashlight and extra batteries
1 gallon of water per person per day (this accounts for 2 liters for drinking and 2 liters for hygiene)
5-7 days of non-perishable food, manual can opener and utensils/plates
Important papers (identification, insurance policies, bank records)
A copy of your emergency plan

25. What to do after a disaster
Wait for the All Clear
Take into account:
Safety
Debris
Utilities
Food and Water
Shelter
Possible curfew