When a hurricane is approaching in a coastal location, you should evacuate to higher ground as soon as possible. The National Weather Service usually issues a hurricane watch when it is possible for the hurricane to make landfall within thirty-six hours. Then a hurricane warning is issued when landfall is likely within twelve to twenty-four hours.

Property owners in Hawaii can help themselves prepare for a hurricane by making their homes and buildings less vunerable to damage by hurricanes.

Things to do.

-Continue listening to your local radio station for updated information.

-Listen to the advice of local officials and evacuate if they tell you to do so.

-Prepare your property for high winds.

-Remove any debris or loose items in your yard

-Tape up any glass windows or sliding doors.

-Fill your car's gas tank.

-Stock up on prescription medications.

-Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting.

-Unplug small appliances.

-Review evacuation plan.

-Stay away from flood waters

 

For more information informing you on how to prepare for the hurricane season (June to November) and how to respond to warnings of an aproaching storm, contact the Central Pacific Hurricane Center (CPHC) 2525 Correa Road, Suite 250, Honolulu, HI 96822;tel:(808) 973-5270.

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