Need to Know Numbers for Your Hawaii Rental

Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Season in Hawaii is June to November. Hurricanes can be dangerous killers. Learning hurricane warning messages and planning can reduce chances of injury.

BEFORE:

Plan an evacuation route inland. Ifa hurricane is imminent take your family in land at least 20-50 miles. For Puako and Wailea Bay this would be Waimea (Kamuela)

The Number for Civil Defense is (808) 935-0031

• Have disaster supplies on hand
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Portable, battery-operated radio and extra batteries
• First Aid Kit and Manual
• Emergency food and water (2 quarts. of water per day per person, 3 days food)
• Nonelectric can opener
• Essential personal medications
• Cash and credit cards
• Sturdy shoes
• Personal hygiene items
• Charge all cell phones

During a Hurricane Watch

• Listen to the radio or TV for hurricane progress reports
• Acquire emergency supplies
• Fuel the car
• Bring in outdoor objects such as lawn furniture and grills
• Store drinking water in clean bathtubs, jugs, bottles, and cooking utensils
• Buy ice and a cooler if needed
• Review evacuation plan

During a Hurricane Warning

• Listen constantly to battery-operated radio or television for official, instructions on where to go for shelter and which shelters are open.
• Stay inside, away from windows, skylights, and glass doors
• Keep a supply of flashlights and extra batteries handy.
• Avoid open flames
• If power is lost, turn off major appliances to reduce power surge when electricity is restored
• Open the refrigerator door only when absolutely necessary and then only for brief moment.

If officials indicate an evacuation is necessary

• Leave as soon as possible
• Secure home by unplugging appliances and turning off electricity at the main shut off.
• Tell someone outside of the storm area where you are going
• Bring pre-assembled emergency supplies and warm protective clothing and sturdy shoes.
• Take blankets and sleeping bags to shelter
• Lock up home and leave