Post on 23-Dec-2015
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
Public Shelters
Provides short-term protections Will be very crowded Some risk involved No amenities
Private Sheltering Authority:
Section 128-19, Hawaii Revised StatutesImmunity from negligence liabilityProtection does not extend to gross
negligence
Private Shelter Program Shelter-in-place
program Courtesy site survey Designated safe
areas No compensation Hold harmless
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
Involve your child in preparing for emergencies Helps them keep calm in an emergencyPutting 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 doListen to and talk about weather forecastsPractice evacuation drillsEnlist their help in putting together emergency kitsVisit www.fema.gov/kids together
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
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