Kauai County HI in Hawaii faces flash flooding / hurricane risk across its 620 square mile area. Lihue on Kauai was struck by catastrophic 2018 flooding that stranded residents for weeks. Kauai serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Hurricane |
| Secondary Hazard | Tsunami |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2018 Catastrophic Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (808) 241-4100 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Kauai County HI |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| Population | 73 |
| Area | 620 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |