Oahu Civil Defense Agency

The Oahu Civil Defense Agency, operating under 國防部, coordinates emergency management and disaster preparedness for the Honolulu市和县, developing response plans for hurricanes, tsunamis, flooding, and other hazards. It works with federal, state, and county agencies to ensure coordinated emergency response, manages the emergency alert system, and conducts public education on disaster preparedness. The agency activates and leads the county's emergency operations center during declared emergencies.

Every O'ahu resident's safety during a disaster depends on this agency's preparedness plans, alert systems, and coordination with emergency responders; knowing how to receive alerts and respond is essential.