Lawmakers push Oʻahu officials for more safety information during strong hurricanes

The state House Public Safety Committee urged the Honolulu Department of Emergency Management to better identify where people should go in the case of a higher category hurricane.

Currently all the refuge sites on the island are only rated for Category 1 hurricanes. That’s why guidance says not to seek shelter at those places in higher category hurricanes unless it’s a last resort.

Representatives questioned Emergency Management Director Randal Collins on where people should go — especially if they are living in single-walled homes…

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