Hawaiian residents are on alert as Acting Governor Sylvia Luke has issued an Emergency Proclamation following a Red Flag Warning from the National Weather Service in Honolulu. The warning, signaling high wildfire risk, covers leeward areas across all Hawaiian Islands and will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today. Authorities emphasized the need for public cooperation to prevent disasters, according to the Office of the Governor website.
At 6:18 p.m. yesterday, the Governor's Office issued an emergency proclamation, urging residents to avoid activities that could spark wildfires, especially during the specified hours when the risk is highest. Activities such as outdoor grilling, creating open flames, or even the use of power tools that could ignite a fire have been advised against by the authorities. Parking vehicles over dry grass or idling them in high-risk areas should also be avoided to reduce the chances of any accidental fires.
Residents are encouraged to use resources at hwmo.org/ready-set-go, county fire department websites, and the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife for wildfire preparation and protection tips. County emergency management agencies and local news will provide updates and warnings about high-risk areas.
