Situation Awareness Hawaii recovery from
Hurricane Lane:
What makes one island state\territory\nation
so different in planning, preparedness, response, and recovery from another
when disaster strikes. Involvement of
the ‘whole community’, involvement by all, taking a pro-active approach to save
lives and build a more resilient community.
To our members involved in the
pre-planning, and recovery of Hawaii at the federal, and State level. Thank you for your efforts and
professionalism in ensuring the swift recovery of the communities of Hawaii
from Hurricane Lane.
In the private sector, small
business enterprises will be the key in serving communities with vital
resources for shelter, clothing, water & food, and other necessities. Your business
continuity plan (BCP) for your enterprise with aid agreements in the local
communities also play a vital role in the overall emergency planning for
recovery.
Charles D. Sharp
CEO
BEMA International
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Private Sector
Advisory
Assessment of Impacts from Hurricane Lane Begins
in Hawaii
Residents are urged to remain cautious as a
flash flood watch is in effect for all Hawaiian Islands through Sunday
afternoon
August 26, 2018
FEMA continues working alongside multiple partners from the federal
family, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector to support
Hawaii’s efforts as they begin to assess the impacts from Hurricane Lane.
According to the Central Pacific Hurricane
Center, as of
11 p.m. HST,
Lane is now a Tropical Storm with maximum sustained winds of 40
mph. All land base tropical storm watches and warnings have been cancelled.
The current forecast continues a weakening trend over the next few days, with
Lane likely becoming a post-tropical low on Monday. Lingering moisture associated with Tropical Storm Lane
will produce excessive rainfall this weekend, which could lead to additional
flash flooding and landslides. Lane is expected to produce additional rain
accumulations of 5 to 10 inches across the windward side of the Big Island
and Maui and 3 to 5 inches elsewhere. Localized storm total amounts well in
excess of 40 inches have already been observed along the windward side of the
Big Island. A flash flood watch is in effect for all Hawaiian Islands through
Sunday afternoon.
Not all the impacts from the event have been realized,
flooding continues as more rain is expected in Maui, Kaua’i, Oahu and Hawaii
counties.
Residents should follow the directions of state and local officials and
avoid areas with damages. Do not return to damaged or flooded areas until
told it is safe to do so. Stay away from downed power lines and flooded
areas. Live power lines can cause fatal injuries. If you encounter flood
waters, remember – turn around, don’t drown.
Residents can call 808-768-2489 for help with city services, a list of
available shelters, or assistance with transportation to and from shelters.
To file a flood insurance claim under the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP), contact your
insurance agent immediately. You can also call 1-800-427-4661 to learn more
about your policy, and be directed to the appropriate claims resource.
Within 24-48 hours, an adjuster will call you to schedule an appointment.
Disaster Declarations
On August 22, 2018, President Trump approved HI Governor Ige’s request
for an Emergency Declaration for Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai Counties, and the
City and County of Honolulu in the State of Hawaii, limited to Direct Federal
Assistance, as a result of Hurricane Lane. The Emergency Declaration
authorizes FEMA to support the state with federal resources in its efforts to
respond to the incident.
Coordinated Resources
FEMA and its federal partners continue to coordinate closely with state
and local officials to support any anticipated unmet needs.
FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Teams are on the ground in Hawaii to support
the state with any potential rescue operations.
FEMA liaison officers are deployed to the Emergency Operations Center in
Hawaii to help coordinate any additional requests for federal assistance.
FEMA liaisons are also working with state and local officials on the islands
of Hawaii, Kauai, Maui and Oahu.
FEMA Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) personnel and equipment are
in Honolulu, Hilo and Kauai to support the state with secure and non-secure
voice, video and information services to support emergency response
communications needs.
A FEMA Region IX Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) is deployed
to Hawaii for the Kilauea Lava flow. Additional teams remain in California,
should they be needed.
The National Flood Insurance Program currently has 50 claims adjusters in
Hawaii prepared to respond to insured survivors. An additional 500-600
adjusters are on standby should they be needed.
Preparedness and Safety Information for the Public
Emergency workers will be assisting people in flooded areas. You can help
them by staying off the roads and out of the way.
If you must walk or drive in areas that have been flooded, stay on firm
ground. Moving water only 6 inches deep can sweep you off your feet.
Play it safe. Additional flooding
or flash floods can occur. Listen for local warnings and information. If your
car stalls in rapidly rising waters, get out immediately and climb to higher
ground.
You should listen to NOAA Weather Radio, watch TV, listen to the radio
for official news, emergency alerts, and instructions as they become
available.
Download the
FEMA mobile app (available in English and
Spanish) to receive ongoing emergency alerts and safety information so you
and your loved ones know what to do before, during, and after disasters. This
simple and easy-to-use app provides real-time alerts from the National Weather
Service, open emergency shelter locations in your area, and preparedness tips
for every type of disaster. Free and available on Apple and Android devices.
Please see attached Lifelines, Potential Impacts and Actions.
If you have any questions, please contact FEMA’s Private Sector
Engagement Team at FEMA-Private-Sector@fema.dhs.gov.
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after disasters.”
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all of our stakeholders and partners to also adopt these priorities and join
us in building a stronger Agency and a more prepared and resilient Nation.
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