Hawaiian Electric is urging Maui customers to prepare for potential impacts from Hurricane Fausto, which may reach the islands as early as next week. The utility recommends reviewing emergency plans, testing backup equipment, and monitoring storm updates through official channels.
- Hurricane Fausto could approach the Hawaiian Islands as early as next week, prompting an official preparedness alert from Hawaiian Electric.
- Residents should test flashlights, generators, and battery-powered radios, and stock up on extra batteries now.
- Those reliant on electrically powered medical equipment should identify backup power sources and plan for possible evacuation.
- Portable generators must be used outside in well-ventilated areas; ladders and tools should be kept at least 10 feet from power lines.
- HECO will post outage and restoration updates on its website, Facebook, and Twitter/X accounts during and after the storm.
Source: Maui Now
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