News release from U.S. Small Business Association: Relief Still Available to Hawaiʻi Businesses Hit by April 2024 Flood The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Hawai'i of the Feb. 21, 2025 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by... Continue Reading →
Flood risks change over time. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) works with communities across the country to identify flood hazards and promote ways to reduce the impacts and risks. Since 2019, FEMA has been conducting the Oʻahu Flood Hazard Restudy by performing detailed hydrologic and hydraulic studies using the latest high-quality data to analyze... Continue Reading →
Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Find out how rain, wind, water and even tornadoes could happen far inland from where a hurricane or tropical storm makes landfall. Start preparing now.
Kauaʻi property owners: If your home or business was damaged as a result of the April 2024 storms, please complete the the appropriate damage reporting form. If you require assistance with the form, contact Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) at (808) 241-1800. The information you provide will help the County of Kauaʻi understand the scope... Continue Reading →
Emergency preparedness may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Valentine's Day, but it could be the most important gift you give your loved ones this year. Disasters can happen at any time, and having a starter emergency kit for the home or the road could make all the... Continue Reading →
Join us for a day of disaster preparedness, food, fun, and crafts on the North Shore!
ASDSO has developed the Dam Owner Academy video series. The series is a free resource for owners and those conducting owner outreach programs, and each video concisely explores one critical aspect of ownership.
FEMA has released a data visualization map that shows the NFIP flood claims across the united states since 1980. This interactive tool lets you sort the flood insurance claim in every US state and territory by year.
The Department of Land and Natural Resources - Engineering Division will be on hand to answer questions about the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) at the Climate Community Fair!
Looking for ideas and inspiration to address your community’s hazard mitigation challenges? FEMA Region 9 recently announced the launch of the Level Up Audio Project —Season 3! Tune into Episode 3 to hear Ka’aina Hull discuss Kaua’i’s setback policy and sea level rise zoning district, and how such policies protect people, property, and ecosystems in the... Continue Reading →
