Hawaiian Electric

Weather advisory update as of 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024: We are continuing to monitor the approach of Tropical Storm Hone and for signs of hazardous conditions. Crews are responding to storm-related outages on Hawaii Island, and we also continue to coordinate with state and county emergency response officials.   The National Weather Service has canceled the red flag warning shortly after 5 p.m. this evening for all Hawaiian Islands. With the updated forecast, which includes rainfall and increased humidity, lessening the threat of wildfires, we have determined that a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) will no longer be considered as a safety measure at this time. We will continue to evaluate our safety measures, including the potential need for a PSPS, as Hone moves out and a storm system related to Hurricane Gilma moves toward the islands next week.   Storm preparation and safety tips are available at https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa. Detailed tips also may be found in our free Handbook for Emergency Preparedness, which can be downloaded from our website at https://lnkd.in/gam_DVa. It is available in English, Cantonese, Ilocano, Korean, and Vietnamese languages, as well as a version for children.   If you see a downed power line, assume it is energized and dangerous. Stay at least 30 feet or more away from all power lines. Warn others to stay away. For emergency assistance call 911. For Hawaiian Electric, call our Trouble Line: ◆ Oahu: 1-855-304-1212 ◆ Hawaii: (808) 969-6666 ◆ Maui: (808) 871-7777 ◆ Molokai/Lanai: 1-877-871-8461   HOW TO STAY INFORMED We will provide updates frequently:   ◆ Our website: hawaiianelectric.com ◆ Twitter/X: @HwnElectric; @mauielectric; @hielectriclight ◆ Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gbV6dUY ◆ Mobile app: free download available on Apple App and Google Play stores   Photo credit: NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service

Weather advisory update as of 1:45 p.m. on Aug. 24, 2024: We are continuing to monitor the approach of Tropical Storm Hone and for signs of any hazardous conditions. National Weather Service has canceled the red flag warning for Hawaii Island, but it remains in effect through 6 p.m. this evening for all other islands. With the updated forecast, a PSPS is no longer being considered for Hawaii Island, but remains a possibility for Maui County and Oahu. At this time, we HAVE NOT determined that a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is needed in areas of high wildfire risk. Our observers will remain deployed on Oahu and Maui County to monitor conditions and look out for any fire risks. We also continue to coordinate with state and county emergency response officials. Customers should be ready for possible outages caused by high winds or, if they live in a high-risk wildfire area, a PSPS. Depending on conditions, we may implement a PSPS within the next 24 hours and proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk on Oahu and Maui County. To see if you are in one of those communities, go to https://lnkd.in/g_swNq93. We will attempt to give affected customers as much notice as possible before a PSPS but if weather conditions are hazardous, there may be little or no notice. We urge customers to review emergency plans and keep close watch on the development of the storm. Preparation and safety tips are available at https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa. For more information about the PSPS program, call our PSPS hotline at 1-844-483-8666 toll-free or go to hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS. HOW TO STAY INFORMED: We will provide updates frequently through the news media and the following mobile-friendly resources: ◆ Our website: hawaiianelectric.com ◆ Twitter/X: @HwnElectric; @MauiElectric; @HIElectricLight ◆ Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gbV6dUY ◆ Mobile app: free download available on Apple App and Google Play stores Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-AvkDU8

Weather advisory update as of 11:00 a.m. on Aug. 24, 2024: We are continuing to monitor the approach of Tropical Storm Hone and for signs of hazardous conditions with a red flag warning in effect through 6 p.m. this evening and a wind advisory forecasted through 6 a.m. on Monday. At this time, we HAVE NOT determined that a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is needed in areas of high wildfire risk.   We have deployed observers on Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island to monitor conditions and look out for any fire risks. We also are continuing to coordinate with state and county emergency response officials. With many areas of the state in an extended drought, strong winds can further dry out vegetation, creating potential fuel for fire and heightening the risk of wildfire. The risk will be lessened if the storm brings heavy rain, but there may be parts of the islands that may get relatively little rain. Customers should be ready for possible outages caused by high winds or, if they live in a high-risk wildfire area, a PSPS. Depending on conditions, we may implement a PSPS within the next 24 hours and proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk. To see if you are in one of those communities, go to https://lnkd.in/g_swNq93. We will attempt to give affected customers as much notice as possible before a PSPS but if weather conditions are hazardous, there may be little or no notice. We urge customers to review emergency plans, ensure you have supplies they need on hand, and keep close watch on the development of the storm. Preparation and safety tips are available at https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa. For more information about the PSPS program, call our PSPS hotline at 1-844-483-8666 toll-free or go to hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS. HOW TO STAY INFORMED: We will provide updates frequently through the news media and the following mobile-friendly resources: ◆ Our website: hawaiianelectric.com ◆ Twitter/X: @HwnElectric; @MauiElectric; @HIElectricLight ◆ Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gbV6dUY ◆ Mobile app: free download available on Apple App and Google Play stores   Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gEmuar7B Photo credit: NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service

With the approach of Tropical Storm Hone, we are preparing for hazardous conditions, including wind gusts that could lead to a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in areas of high wildfire risk.   At this time, we are monitoring for conditions that may lead to heightened fire risk and HAVE NOT determined that a PSPS is needed. With many areas of the state in an extended drought, strong winds can further dry out vegetation, creating potential fuel for fire and heightening the risk of wildfire. The risk will be lessened if the storm brings heavy rain, but there may be parts of the islands, especially Oahu and Maui, that get relatively little rain in the coming days. Customers should be ready for outages caused by high winds or, if they live in a high-risk wildfire area, a PSPS. Depending on conditions, we may implement its PSPS within the next 24 hours and proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk. To see if you are in one of those communities, go to https://lnkd.in/g_swNq93. We will attempt to give affected customers as much notice as possible before a PSPS but if weather conditions are hazardous, there may be little or no notice. We urge customers to review family and business emergency plans, have supplies they need on hand, and keep close watch on the development of the storm.   Preparation and safety tips are available at: https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa.   Detailed tips may be found in our free Handbook for Emergency Preparedness: https://lnkd.in/gam_DVa.   For more information about the PSPS program, call our PSPS hotline at 1-844-483-8666 toll-free or go to hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS. If you see a downed power line, assume it is energized and dangerous. For emergency assistance call 911. For Hawaiian Electric, call our Trouble Line: 📞 Oahu: 1-855-304-1212 📞 Hawaii: (808) 969-6666 📞 Maui: (808) 871-7777 📞 Molokai/Lanai: 1-877-871-8461   HOW TO STAY INFORMED: We will provide updates frequently through the news media and the following mobile-friendly resources: 📲 Our website: hawaiianelectric.com 📲 Twitter/X: @HwnElectric; @mauielectric; @hielectriclight 📲 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gbV6dUY 📲 Mobile app: free download available on Apple App and Google Play stores Read more: https://lnkd.in/gezf5e67

As Tropical Storm Hone moves closer to the state, we are preparing for potential impacts on Hawaii Island and urge customers to prepare now for possible power outages. We have activated our emergency response plan in anticipation of Tropical Storm Hone’s impact on Hawaii Island and have been making preparations to quickly respond to customer outages and other potential impacts. Some of these activities include arranging for additional resources including contractors and equipment, ensuring fuel supplies for trucks and other equipment are topped off, making plans to mobilize field crews and equipment to be staged in locations where they can respond as quickly as possible, and securing its facilities to ensure its employees and equipment are safe. Strong winds and flooding can damage utility equipment or blow trees and debris into power lines, which can lead to outages. When the weather improves, power lines must be inspected, possibly involving aerial inspections using helicopters and drones, and any damage must be repaired before service can be restored. We urge customers to review their family and business emergency plans, and to keep a close watch on the development of the storm and follow the advice of government officials. Preparation and safety tips are available at https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa. ◆ Check emergency equipment, such as flashlights, emergency generators, battery-operated (hand-crank or solar) radios, light sticks, and lanterns to be sure they are operational, and buy extra batteries.   ◆ If someone in your home is dependent on electrically powered, life-sustaining medical equipment, check backup facilities and remember to pack all medical essentials in the event of an evacuation.   ◆ Turn off and unplug any unnecessary electrical equipment, especially sensitive electronics. In the event of an outage, this will prevent damage to the equipment from surges when power is restored.   Hawaii Island outage information and updates will be posted on our website, Facebook (HawaiianElectric), Instagram (@HawaiianElectric), and X (@HIElectricLight) accounts.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gbVtKQ9v Photo credit: National Weather Service

With the forecast for stormy weather, including Tropical Storm Hone and Hurricane Gilma, we urge customers to review emergency plans, be prepared for possible outages, and keep a close watch on the development of the incoming storms. Strong winds and flooding can damage utility equipment or blow trees and debris into power lines, which can lead to outages. When the weather improves, power lines must be inspected, possibly involving aerial inspections using helicopters and drones, and any damage must be repaired before service can be restored. Here are some emergency preparedness tips to remember: ◆ Double check your hurricane readiness kits for flashlights, batteries, food, water, and other supplies. ◆ Unplug electronics and appliances, install protective devices like surge suppressors, or switch off the circuit breakers to these items to reduce damage to sensitive electronic equipment in the event of an outage during the storm. ◆ If someone in your home is dependent on electrically powered, life-sustaining medical equipment, check backup facilities. Plan where to go, if the need for evacuation occurs. If you need to go to the hospital or other emergency shelter, remember to take your medical equipment and medications with you to the facility. For more preparation and storm safety tips, visit: https://lnkd.in/g4tA4BBa Detailed safety tips can be found in our free Handbook for Emergency Preparedness, available in English, Cantonese, Ilocano, Korean, and Vietnamese languages. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gam_DVa Stay safe this weekend! Photo credit: NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

A big mahalo to the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii for having us at their Chinatown Cleanup this past Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024!    Around 40 of our employees joined over 200 community members and volunteers from various organizations to take part in revitalizing Chinatown, which included picking up litter on the roads and sidewalks, as well as painting over graffiti on buildings and traffic signs.   Chinatown is often considered the “heart of Honolulu,” and we were grateful to join the many other volunteers in helping to clean it up.   To learn more about future Chinatown cleanups and other events hosted by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii, visit: chinesechamber.com

Thank you to our employees for spreading aloha and volunteering last month to serve dinner to those at The Institute for Human Services, Inc. men’s shelter on Oahu!

Exciting news! Our electric vehicle fast charging stations on Ward Avenue are upgraded and available for public use! We increased the number of chargers from two to three to maximize existing capacity and installed new Tritium model chargers. The Tritium chargers have a rugged design and modular power architecture which we expect will significantly increase station reliability. The work is part of an ongoing effort to upgrade select fast charging stations across our service territory. The upgrade at the Ward Avenue location is our third completed upgrade. For more information on our other fast charging station upgrades, visit https://lnkd.in/gNunveAM.

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