Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Resources
This page provides trusted emergency preparedness, response, and recovery resources to help you find official information and support before, during, and after emergencies.
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World Health Organization (WHO)
Provides global public health leadership, guidance, and situation updates during disease outbreaks, pandemics, and other international health emergencies.
Emergency Management & Preparedness
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Leads national efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from terrorist attacks, natural disasters, and other large-scale emergencies.
Ready.gov (Preparedness Information)
Provides practical guidance for individuals, families, and organizations on how to prepare for emergencies and disasters before they happen.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Coordinates federal disaster response and recovery efforts and provides preparedness resources, assistance programs, and emergency management guidance.
Health & Human Services
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Offers public health information and guidance during disease outbreaks, pandemics, and other health-related emergencies.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Leads federal public health and medical response efforts and provides health-related emergency preparedness and response resources.
Weather, Natural Hazards & Monitoring
National Weather Service (NWS)
Issues weather forecasts, watches, warnings, and alerts for severe weather, tsunamis, and other hazards affecting Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and the United States.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Provides information and guidance on environmental hazards, chemical incidents, and environmental health risks during emergencies.
International Travel & Oversees Emergencies
U.S. Department of State
Provides information and guidance related to international travel, overseas emergencies, and support for U.S. citizens abroad during crises.
Emergency Management & Civil Defense
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA)
Coordinates statewide emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts and provides official emergency information for the State of Âé¶¹´«Ã½.
Oʻahu Emergency Management
Provides emergency preparedness information, alerts, and coordination for disasters and emergencies affecting Oʻahu.
Maui Civil Defense Agency
Leads emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for Maui County and issues official emergency alerts and information.
Kauaʻi Civil Defense Agency
Coordinates emergency preparedness and response activities and provides disaster-related information for Kauaʻi County.
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ County Civil Defense Agency
Manages emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts and provides alerts and hazard information for Âé¶¹´«Ã½ County.
Health & Human Services
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Department of Health (DOH)
Provides public health guidance, safety information, and updates during disease outbreaks, environmental health incidents, and other health emergencies.
American Red Cross – Âé¶¹´«Ã½ State Chapter
Provides disaster relief, emergency assistance, sheltering, and preparedness education for communities across Âé¶¹´«Ã½.
Weather, Natural Hazards & Monitoring
Natural Hazards Âé¶¹´«Ã½ County
Provides hazard-specific information and preparedness resources related to volcanic activity, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural hazards on Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Island.
Pacific Tsunami Warning Center / Tsunami Information Center
Monitors tsunami activity and provides official tsunami watches, warnings, and educational resources for Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and the Pacific region.
Central Pacific Hurricane Center (CPHC)
Tracks and forecasts tropical cyclones and hurricanes affecting Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and the Central Pacific region.
Pacific Disaster Center (PDC)
Supports disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness across Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and the Pacific through data, tools, and decision-support resources.
U.S. Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO)
Monitors volcanic activity and earthquakes in Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and provides scientific updates and hazard information related to volcanoes.
Transportation & Infrastructure
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Department of Transportation (HDOT)
Provides information on transportation systems, road conditions, and emergency-related impacts to statewide transportation infrastructure.
Airports Division, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Department of Transportation
Manages Âé¶¹´«Ã½’s state airports and provides updates on airport operations and travel impacts during emergencies.
Public Safety Information
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Sex Offender and Other Covered Offender Registry
Provides public access to information about registered sex offenders and other covered offenders in the State of Âé¶¹´«Ã½.