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The State is taking the approaching storm seriously, and I hope the people of Hawai'i will too. By signing this early proclamation different agencies are empowered to take appropriate actions as needed without having to wait for the go-ahead from Honolulu.
With some good luck, this one will veer around Hawai'i without damage, as so many have before. But experience shows it's best to prepare for the worst, and hunker down until it passes. Stay tuned to local updates, and be on the watch for flooding.
I doubt we have any mariners reading this forum tonight, but for those who are interested, here is what the Coast Guard is saying to them...
"The Coast Guard urged mariners and residents to remember these guidelines:
>> Stay informed: Mariners should monitor the progress and strength of the storm through newspapers, the internet and local television and radio stations. Boaters can monitor the storm's progress on VHF channel 16. Small craft advisories and warnings are also broadcast on VHF channel 16.
>> Evacuate as necessary: Mariners are urged to heed evacuation orders. Coast Guard personnel and other emergency responders may not be able to assist mariners in danger during a storm. If you cannot evacuate, ensure that your vessel has proper communication equipment, an electronic position indicating radio beacon, flares and lifesaving equipment that is in good working order and navigate your vessel to a harbor of safe refuge.
>> Secure your boats and boating equipment: Owners of large boats are urged to move their vessels to protected marinas where they will be less likely to break free of their moorings or to be otherwise damaged. Trailerable boats should be pulled from the water and stored in a place that is not prone to flooding. Those mariners who leave their boats in the water are reminded to secure life rings, life jackets and tenders.
>> Be cautious of hazardous materials: If you have hazardous materials on or near the water, you are responsible for any spills that may occur. Take the necessary precautions to secure these materials prior to any foul weather.
>> Stay clear of beaches: Even the best swimmers can fall victim to the strong waves and rip currents caused by storms. Swimmers are urged to stay clear of beaches until local officials say the water is safe.
Well there is a lot of to-do about this upcoming storm, isn't there? Even though they generally veer around us (and then whap into Maui, Oahu & Kauai) we are doing a bit of prep just in case. The neighbors have secured flyaway things in their yard and we have done the same. We've also put things up off the ground that wouldn't like to be wet in the carport. The critter cages in the back yard are secured against fifty mile an hour winds, there's gas in the vehicles, enough food for a week and gas to cook it with. Kerosene lamps in case the power goes out, the phones and cameras are charged. What's left?
It may sound boring, but our family tries to get the laundry done ahead of time, and run the dishwasher. If the electricity goes out, those are the sort of daily "messes" that if left for a few days to sit undone, it gets inconvenient (running out of clean socks and dirty dishes stacked up).
Well there is a lot of to-do about this upcoming storm, isn't there? Even though they generally veer around us (and then whap into Maui, Oahu & Kauai) we are doing a bit of prep just in case. The neighbors have secured flyaway things in their yard and we have done the same. We've also put things up off the ground that wouldn't like to be wet in the carport. The critter cages in the back yard are secured against fifty mile an hour winds, there's gas in the vehicles, enough food for a week and gas to cook it with. Kerosene lamps in case the power goes out, the phones and cameras are charged. What's left?
Check first aid kits. And meds for ppl who take them. Otherwise sounds great. And good luck..
How do people in Hawaii prepare for a Hurricane compared to Florida? In Florida, some areas are evacuated. There are houses with special hurricane glass, or shutters. Some people board over windows. In Hawaii, evacuation isn't really an option. Do you just go to safer areas sway from the coastline?
I'm always amazed when people are shown standing in lines trying to buy water, batteries, plywood, gasoline, etc, right before a hurricane is about to hit Florida. It seems that people are unprepared. Maybe just some people are always unprepared, which are probably the same people that run around with an near empty gas tank at all times.
In Hawaii, before hurricanes and storms and such people are standing in line to buy toilet paper, rice and Spam. I guess that's how folks prep. If it's a true hurricane, there's a lot more boarding up of windows and folks at shore locations hang out with their friends who live up mountain. There are also some evacuation areas and the County opens shelters in various areas for folks who need them.
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