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Maui Emergency Management Agency
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Staying informed during emergencies and severe weather is essential. Sign up for MEMA Alerts to receive timely notifications, including information about hurricanes, tsunamis, flash floods, high surf, and other local hazards.

To receive all MEMA Alerts, text Mauialerts (one word) to 38276. To customize the types of alerts you receive, visit: https://public.alertsense.com/SignUp/?RegionId=1946

Download the Genasys Protect app for real-time evacuation information. MEMA actively uses this app to deliver evacuation advisories and critical updates. Genasys Protect is available in the App Store and on Google Play.

For more ways to stay informed, visit https://www.mauicounty.gov/MEMA by @maui_ema

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Stay informed. Download the Genasys Protect app today. Visit mauicounty.gov/genasys for more information and tutorials on using Genasys Protect. For additional assistance, call 808-270-7285. by @maui_ema

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The Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) encourages everyone to pack a Go Bag in case of an immediate evacuation.

Each Go Bag should include enough food, water and medication to last at least three days.

Don’t forget to include important documents and other personal essentials.

For packing lists and more preparedness tips, visit mauicounty.gov/MEMA . by @maui_ema

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Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is encouraging the public to download or update to the latest version of the Genasys Protect evacuation app, version 2.3. The update includes key improvements to location tracking, accessibility and user interaction.

Key updates in version 2.3 include:

Save and Name Locations

•Save up to 10 locations: Users can store important places such as home, work, school and more.
•Custom labels: Each location can be given a unique name, such as “Grandma’s House.”

Accessibility Enhancements

•WCAG 2.2 compliance: The app has been redesigned to meet current accessibility standards, improving the experience for all users.

Interactive Map Features

•Tap to get info: Users can tap anywhere on the map for location-specific information.
•Search functionality: A built-in tool allows for quick searches of specific addresses.

Important Notes for Users

•Location settings: Ensure that location tracking is enabled and set to “Always” to receive alerts while moving through different areas.
•Saved locations: Alerts are only issued for saved locations. If a location is not covered, it will display “No alerts.” Saving critical places is strongly advised.
•Alert expiration: Alerts are automatically removed once they expire or the situation returns to normal.

A full video overview of the app’s updates is available at mauicounty.gov/genasys .

MEMA encourages all community members to stay informed, stay prepared and ensure they have the latest tools to receive timely emergency information. by @maui_ema

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The latest issue of Laulima, HIEMA's quarterly newsletter, is now available!

We look back at the impacts of an active storm season and reaffirm what we already know: Hawaiʻi’s people and communities are its greatest strengths.

- Go behind the scenes of the sensitive and complex recovery efforts for Nā‘ālehu Cemetery

- Witness the power of community on Kaua‘i as food pantries become central hubs of support

- Learn what’s being done to make Honolulu Harbor more resilient and why

- Meet a group of future emergency managers from American Samoa

- And take a look at Maui Emergency Management Agency’s new emergency operations center

Plus, a message from HIEMA administrator David Lopez; county updates; and HIEMA information specialist Patrick Daley shares a book by a self-named “disasterologist.”

To read the latest Laulima, visit ready.hawaii.gov by @maui_ema

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Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Deputy Administrator Francis Kau demonstrates earthquake safety procedures as part of the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill.

During an earthquake, remember to Drop, Cover and Hold On:
* Drop: Get down on your hands and knees.
* Cover: Protect your head and neck. Take shelter under a sturdy table or desk, if one is nearby.
* Hold On: Stay in place and hold on to your shelter until the shaking stops.

Practicing these steps can help you stay prepared and protect yourself and others during an earthquake.

For more preparedness information mauicounty.gov/mema. by @maui_ema

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At the Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), preparedness starts with its own team.  Under the leadership of MEMA Administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett, staff regularly participate in tabletop exercises and scenario-based training designed to strengthen coordination, communication and emergency response capabilities.  MEMA sections routinely practice their roles and responsibilities and work through realistic emergency scenarios to identify opportunities for improvement and strengthen operational readiness. From planning and operations to logistics, finance and external affairs, every team member plays a critical role in effective emergency response.  In July 2026, MEMA celebrated a significant milestone with the blessing of its new Maui Emergency Operations Center (MEOC) in Wailuku. The facility provides a centralized space for emergency coordination, collaboration and training, further strengthening the agency’s ability to prepare for and respond to emergencies across Maui County.  As MEMA continues to grow, the agency remains committed to continuous training, learning and refining its capabilities to better serve the people of Maui County.  Preparedness begins long before an emergency occurs.  To learn more about MEMA and emergency preparedness, visit mauicounty.gov/mema. by @maui_ema

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This week the Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) joined American Medical Response (AMR), the Maui Fire Department, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), The Wildfire Conservancy and other community partners for a wildfire awareness and training event in Pāʻia.

Held at Pāʻia Park, the event focused on wildfire awareness, emergency preparedness and community safety.

Attendees also had the opportunity to observe a live firefighter training demonstration in the nearby Skill Village neighborhood, highlighting firefighting techniques and emergency response operations in a residential setting.

Events like these provide valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships, engage with residents and promote community preparedness.

Mahalo to all the participating agencies, organizations and community members for their continued commitment to building a safer, more resilient Maui County.

For more information about MEMA, visit mauicounty.gov/mema⁠. by @maui_ema

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Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), in partnership with Lahaina Strong, brought Maui Community Emergency Response Team (MCERT) basic training to Lahaina from Sept. 22 to Oct. 4.

Mahalo to everyone who participated. The 30-hour training was open to people ages 16 and older, with no prior experience required.

Through the CERT curriculum, participants gained essential skills in disaster preparedness, disaster medical operations, fire safety, light search and rescue, and team organization. The training equipped participants to safely assist their communities during emergencies and disasters.

To learn more about MCERT, visit mauicounty.gov/CERT. by @maui_ema

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Come see the Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) at the County of Maui tent at the fair.

MEMA staff is available to help community members:

• Sign up for MEMA Alerts
• Download the Genasys Protect app
• Learn how to use emergency notification tools
• Pick up emergency preparedness information and resources

We love being out in the community, connecting with residents and sharing resources to help Maui County stay informed and prepared.

Stop by the County of Maui tent and come see us.
To learn more about MEMA, visit www.mauicounty.gov/mema. by @maui_ema

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🤙 Leadership on the ground with TF Maui!

Hawaiʻi National Guard Joint Task Force leadership visited Task Force Maui to connect with service members, recognize outstanding Guardsmen for their hard work and dedication, and visit the Maui County Emergency Operations Center to engage with county emergency management partners.

🌧️ With an especially busy hurricane season bringing storm after storm to the islands, our Guardsmen continue to step up, support their communities, and work alongside county partners to help Hawaiʻi recover and stay ready for whatever comes next.

Mahalo to our service members for their resilience, dedication and commitment to the people of Hawaiʻi! 🌺💪

📸 Command Sgt. Maj. Biancanello and Master Sgt. Makaneole by @maui_ema

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The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Thursday , October 1, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System. During this monthly test, all Statewide Outdoor Warning Sirens will sound a one-minute Attention Alert Signal (steady tone).

A test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System is conducted at roughly the same time as the monthly siren sounding, in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry. There will be no exercise or drill accompanying the test.

The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies. If you hear this siren tone in circumstances other than a test, follow emergency information and instructions provided by official government channels. These may be in the form of a local radio or television station broadcast and/or a cellular Wireless Emergency Alert. Wireless Emergency Alerts deliver sound-and-text warnings to compatible mobile cellular phones.

The Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alert notifications are sent via the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, the nation’s alert and warning infrastructure, managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The public may contact Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to report siren operation issues through the main phone number 808-270-7285 or through https://www.mauisirens.com .

MEMA also encourages the public to sign up for MEMA Alerts and download the Genasys Protect app. More information can be found on MEMA’s website https://www.mauicounty.gov/MEMA . by @maui_ema

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