Lake Effect Snow through Saturday: A Series of Storms Impact the West

Lake effect snow showers will continue through Saturday downwind of Lakes Erie, Ontario and the eastern portion of Lake Superior. A series of storm systems will continue to impact California and the Pacific Northwest through the weekend and into next week, bringing widespread rainfall, mountain snowfall, and gusty winds. Coastal flooding is expected in northern California. Read More >

The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. Get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.

https://www.noaa.gov/prepare-before-hurricane-season

More preparedness information: Are you Two Weeks Ready?

Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards - Part 3 "Protecting Yourself and Your Family" covers emergency supplies and evacuation planning.

Should I shelter-in-place or go to a hurricane evacuation shelter? - fact sheet from Hawaii Emergency Management Agency

The First Step in Getting 2 Weeks Ready for an Emergency - video from Hawaii Emergency Management Agency

Emergency Preparedness Handbook from Hawaiian Electric. For a quick reference and checklist with suggestions for what to include in your disaster supplies, see the Emergency Preparedness Quick Tips and Checklist.

Hurricane Preparedness and Tips for Storm Claims - from Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

National Flood Insurance Program: floodsmart.gov

To help residents prepare in advance of hurricane season, NWS Honolulu will share information on a different topic each day during Hurricane Preparedness Week in Hawaii:

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Lake Effect Snow through Saturday: A Series of Storms Impact the West

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