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…

10. Mariana SolomonTonga Japan

11. It happened in Hawaii…

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 www.fema.gov/kids togetherwww.fema.gov/kids

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