Hurricanes
Hurricane season in Hawaii begins June 1st through November 30thHurricanes are one of nature’s most destructive forces. Violent storms can destroy structures. They can result in broken sewer and water mains, loose and dangling electrical wires, power outages, collapsed roads, and widespread destruction. Recent technological and communications advances have enabled authorities to notify residents of advancing hurricane with sufficient time to prepare. PREPAREDNESS IS KEY!
Tropical Storm Watch: A Tropical Storm Watch is issued when a tropical cyclone containing winds of 34 to 63 kt (39 to 73 mph) or higher poses a possible threat, generally within 48 hours. These winds may be accompanied by storm surge, coastal flooding, and/or river flooding.The watch does not mean that tropical storm conditions will occur. It only means that these conditions are possible.
Tropical Storm Warning: A Tropical Storm Warning is issued when sustained winds of 34 to 63 kt (39 to 73 mph) or higher associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less. These winds may be accompanied by storm surge, coastal flooding, and/or river flooding.
Hurricane Watch: A Hurricane Watch is issued when a tropical cyclone containing winds of 64 kt (74 mph) or higher poses a possible threat, generally within 48 hours. These winds may be accompanied by storm surge, coastal flooding, and/or river flooding.The watch does not mean that hurricane conditions will occur. It only means that these conditions are possible.
Hurricane Warning: A Hurricane Warning is issued when sustained winds of 64 kt (74 mph) or higher associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less. These winds may be accompanied by storm surge, coastal flooding, and/or river flooding. A hurricane warning can remain in effect when dangerously highwater or a combination of dangerously high water and exceptionally high waves continue, even though winds may be less than hurricane force.
Resident Preparation:
Residents will be given advanced notice in the event of any natural disaster. There are a number of things that we can inform residents to do to prepare, such as:
- Prepare their home for the arrival of the storm by building their emergency supply kit, removing furniture from the lanai and becoming familiar with the Emergency Preparedness handbook provided by the Hawaiian Electric Co.
- Closely monitor the television, radio, or NOAA weather radio to keep updated on the progressing storm in the area.
- Stay up to date with the email blast from management on actions taken for the safety of the common area.
- Familiarize themselves with the Emergency Prep sheet provided in this emergency SOP manual.
