Wildfire & Drought Lookout!
Protecting Paradise: Uniting Against Wildfire Threats
This campaign is a continuous effort to raise awareness and preparedness. It informs people across the state about current fire and drought conditions, offers tips for safeguarding life and property from wildfires, and delivers education on managing prolonged drought.
We're united in this effort with over three dozen government agencies and supporting organizations.
Our Challenge
Wildfires significantly threaten Hawaii's landscapes, wildlife, and communities. With dry conditions and everyday activities contributing to the increased risk, it's crucial to take proactive measures to prevent and mitigate wildfires.
Every year, countless acres of land are consumed by flames, homes are destroyed, and lives are put in danger. We cannot afford to wait for disaster to strike.
It's time to act now.
Do your part to prevent wildfires
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Clear, Cool, and Contain
Clear vegetation 10 feet around campfires and BBQs, keep a shovel and water nearby, and put them out COLD before walking away.
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Watch the Spark
Be sure machinery (chainsaws, weed trimmers) and recreational vehicles with operating spark arrestors are maintained regularly.
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Park Smart
Heat from vehicle exhaust systems can ignite dry grass - park cars on paved areas or where vegetation is trimmed and cleared.
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Light Up the Sky, Not the Brush
Fireworks are a common cause of brushfires in dry, grassy areas - attend and enjoy public fireworks displays to maximize safety and fire protection.
14 Easy Wildfire Preparedness Action Ideas
Join the Effort, Spread the Word!
Download these resources for you to explore and share with your network.
Make sure to use #WildfireLookout when posting to social media!
Translations
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Wahi kiaʻi no nā ahi hihiu!
Wildfire LOOKOUT! Translated to Hawaiian
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⼭林⽕灾防控指南
Wildfire LOOKOUT! Translated to Chinese
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林野⽕災に備えて
Wildfire LOOKOUT! Translated to Japanese
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BANTAY SUNOG!
Wildfire LOOKOUT! Translated to Tagalog
Hot Off the Press
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Wildfire & Drought Lookout! 2023 Press Release
Stay ahead of wildfire risks! Learn about our ongoing campaign's latest alerts, resources, and mitigation efforts.
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Recent Wildfires Following Drought Conditions Across Hawai’i 2023 News Release
Recent wildfires following drought conditions across Hawai‘i are causing concern. For the first time this summer, severe drought has impacted southern and western coastal areas of Maui, prompting warnings from firefighting agencies to exercise caution to prevent ignitions.
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NOAA’s 2021-2022 Wet Season Rainfall Summary for Hawaiʻi
Wet season 2021-2022 fluctuated, eliminating drought in December, but returned by April, heightening wildfire risks.
Ready, Set, Go! Wildfire Preparedness Guide
Preparing your families, home, and community for wildfires
This webinar equipped participants with essential strategies to prepare, respond, and stay safe in the face of wildfires. From creating defensible spaces to crafting evacuation plans, it covered it all. Don't wait until it's too late – give yourself knowledge and confidence.
Stay Informed: Monitor Hawaii's Drought Conditions
Check out the Hawaii drought monitor by Richard Tinker from NOAA/NWS/NCEP/CPC to stay informed about current drought conditions. Stay proactive and mitigate risks to our environment and communities.
Sign Up for County Civil Defense and Emergency Alerts!
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Spread Awareness, Keep Communities Safe!
Use these sharable tips to print and post in commonly viewed areas, or share them with your network! Mitigating the destruction that these wildfires cause takes everyone’s effort and understanding. The more these tips can be shared with people across Hawaii, the safer all of the communities will be from wildfire.
Mahalo to all the incredible partners involved!
The Wildfire and Drought LOOKOUT! Campaign is brought to you by:
Hawaii Dept. of Land & Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife
Honolulu Fire Department
College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources at the University of Hawaii
National Park Service
U.S. Army
Hawaii Dept. of Agriculture
Maui Fire Department
East Maui Watershed Partnership
Kau/Puna/Waiakea Soil & Water Conservation District
Kauai Water Department
Koolau Mountains Watershed Partnership
The Kohala Center
Kohala Watershed Partnership
Hawaii Dept. of Land & Natural Resources, Commission on Water Resource Management
Federal Fire Department
U.S. Forest Service
U.S. Navy-Hickam/Pearl Harbor
Hawaii Board of Water Supply
The Nature Conservancy
Kauai Fire Department
Maui County Water Department
Kauai Water Department
Kauai Watershed Alliance
East Molokai Watershed Partnership
Three Mountain Alliance
University of Hawaiʻi - Mānoa
Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization
National Weather Service
United States Geological Survey
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership
Hawaii Fire Department
Central West Olinda/Kula/Hana Soil & Water Conservation District
Kona Soil & Water Conservation District
Waianae Mountains Watershed Partnership
Leeward Haleakala Watershed Restoration Partnership
Mauna Kea Watershed Alliance
Hawaii Water Service Company