1 Aloha Hawaii Council of Community Associations

2 Key Elements of DisastersRelatively 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

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10 Hypothetical Tsunami EventsSolomon Tonga Mariana Cascadia (Mw 9.1) Japan

11 It happened in Hawaii… Earthquake

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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 crowdedSome risk involved No amenities

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

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

20 Community PreparednessOrganizations 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 emergenciesHelps 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 batteries1 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

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