What to Have in Your Car in Case of Disaster

“Our cars and trucks take us everywhere we want to go. However, there’s a chance those same automobiles may someday take us somewhere we need to go: in the case of a natural disaster, self-evacuation is sometimes the most efficient route to safety. Your automobile needs to be prepared for the possibility of a natural disaster at all times.”

This article, written by an inspired masters student outlines the essentials that you should easily take with you in the case of an emergency. It is never too early to consider the important pieces of an evacuation; it might just save your life and/or make your life much easier if the time does come to evacuate.

Hawaii Prevents Wildfire Kaleo The Pueo Coloring Book

Join Kaleo The Pueo! Protect the lands, waters, and communities of Hawaii from wildfire.

This Coloring book has some wonderful illustrations just waiting for some color! There are also informational firewise mottos and memorable pieces of advice incorporated throughout.

Please print a coloring book, or reach out to HWMO and we will get a printed copy to you!

Hawaii Prevents Wildfire K-2nd Grade Activity Book

Join Kaleo The Pueo! Protect the lands, waters, and communities of Hawaii from wildfire.

This Activity book is specially designed for students from Kindergarten to 2nd grade, and has plenty of fun and educational activities to practice writing, solving puzzles, and learn what certain tools are used for, all relating to wildfire!

Please print an activity book, or reach out to HWMO and we will get a printed copy to you!

Hawaii Prevents Wildfire 3rd-6th Grade Activity Book

Join Kaleo The Pueo! Protect the lands, waters, and communities of Hawaii from wildfire.

This Activity book is specially designed for students from 3-6th grade, and is loaded with fun and educational activities that can help build wildfire awareness. There are many actions that can be taken to reduce the hazards of wildfire, this activity book helps students to think about Firewise tools, vegetation, evacuation plans, and more.

Please print an activity book, or reach out to HWMO, and we will get a printed copy to you!

"Four Friends of Fire" Video

A short PSA with animated characters to educate people about the four key elements that dictate fire behavior universally.

If we're going to live with fire, we'd better get to know it. In this first installment of the series, we meet four key drivers of bushfire risk. With thanks to the University of Wollongong, the University of Melbourne, Rockshelf Productions and David Shooter.

Wildfire LOOKOUT! Flyer

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Wildfires are a frequent and significant hazard across Hawaii.

Help do your part by preventing wildfire and following these 14 easy action ideas to prepare your home, family, and community. 

ADT Fire Safety Tips for Kids

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"It’s inevitable that your child will be curious about fire. The best way to teach fire safety for kids is to talk to them about the dangers. Make sure to also keep lighters and matches away from small children, and always talk about fire safety. Tips for teaching fire safety for kids can be found online, along with workbooks and fun guides, like our Fire Safety Packet! Make learning about child safety fun for your kids with these fire safety tips, and they’ll be more likely to remember what to do if there’s ever an emergency.

Does your family have an escape plan in place in the event of a fire? If not, teach your kids about what to do and set a meeting point for the family, a safe distance away from the house.

As your children grow, they want to do everything you do – including cooking. Because of the many fire-related risks of cooking, it’s important to be extra careful when your kids want to help in the kitchen. Make sure they understand the dangers related to cooking and don’t play around in the kitchen."

Air Oasis Family Fire Safety Guide Library

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"Being prepared is one of the biggest things is creating a family fire safety plan. This would be utilized in the event of a fire so that all family members know what to do and where to go. In addition, in the event of a fire it is important to realize that the air will be filled with smoke and breathing this air will be a danger. In addition to the dangers of fire, one of the leading causes of death in a fire is from inhaling smoke.

To assist families in being safe in a fire, and more importantly to prevent fires, we have put together the following resources. Please feel free to use this information to keep your family safe. Also, share the information with others who can benefit from this page. And, most importantly – stay safe!"

US Insurance Agents Home Fire Safety Guides and Educational Resources Library

"Although home fires have decreased drastically over the last thirty-five years, they still happen frequently. In fact, over 369,000 home fires occur in the United States each year, resulting in $6.8 billion worth of damage. Many of these fires are preventable, but some are not. Learn about the steps you can take to keep your family safe in the event of a fire, because when it comes to home fires, preparation can mean the difference in life and death."