Evacuation of Volcano area residents suggested

April 8th, 2008

Filed Under Current Events, FYI |

Well it’s happened.  The winds have shifted and now the ash belching out of Halema’uma’u is affecting the residents of the Volcano area.  The residents/vacation rental tenants effected are those in Mauna Loa Estates, Ohia Estates, Volcano Village, Keauhou Ranch, Volcano Golf Course Subdivision.  (Royal Hawaiian Estates and Hawaiian Orchid Isle Estates are advised to be prepared for evacuation) An evacuation shelter has been set up at Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale in Hilo.  (See map below)


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Please be advised the shelter does not take animals so make other provisions for your pets!  You’re advised to bring the following items with you should you evacuate: Bedding (blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, etc.), a change of clothes, all medications or required medical equipment, any baby/toddler care items like formula, diapers, baby food and the like, toiletries and sanitary napkins if needed.

Should residents/tenants need special assistance to evacuate, you can call 808-935-0031


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