URGENT UPDATE: Hawaiʻi is set to conduct its monthly statewide emergency siren test on Monday, March 2 at 11:45 a.m. This essential test will activate the Outdoor Siren Warning System, sounding a one-minute attention alert signal. The test is crucial for ensuring the public is prepared for potential emergencies.
During this test, residents will hear a steady tone from the warning sirens, which are part of the state’s all-hazard emergency notification system. This monthly exercise is vital for public safety, confirming the operational readiness of the system that alerts citizens during critical situations.
In conjunction with the siren test, a live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System will be conducted, also at approximately 11:45 a.m.. Local broadcasters are collaborating to enhance awareness about this initiative, ensuring that residents understand the significance of the alerts.
NO EXERCISE OR DRILL will accompany this month’s test, but it serves as a reminder that the sirens are a key component of the Hawaiʻi Statewide Alert and Warning System. If residents hear the sirens outside of scheduled tests, they should immediately follow emergency instructions provided by official government channels.
In an emergency, notifications may come in the form of local radio or television broadcasts, or via Wireless Emergency Alerts that deliver sound and text warnings to compatible mobile phones. It’s critical for residents to be prepared and informed about these alerts.
This system, managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is part of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, which provides timely information in emergencies.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for county alerts and learn more about emergency preparedness by visiting the Maui Emergency Management Agency website. This proactive step can significantly enhance personal safety and community resilience during crises.
Stay informed and ready, Hawaiʻi. Your safety depends on your awareness and responsiveness to these alerts.
