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Hawaiian Electric plays a critical role in disaster preparedness and community resilience across Hawai‘i. With over a century of service, HECO delivers electricity to homes, businesses, and essential services, helping kūpuna and families stay safe before, during, and after emergencies. Through grid hardening, rapid response teams, and renewable energy projects, Hawaiian Electric works to reduce risks from hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and power outages. The company also provides public safety guidance, outage alerts, and restoration updates to keep residents informed. By investing in cleaner energy and stronger infrastructure, Hawaiian Electric helps protect Hawai‘i’s most vulnerable populations while building a more resilient future.

How They Can Help

  • Reliable electricity service
  • Emergency outage response
  • Community safety alerts
  • Energy efficiency programs
  • Renewable energy projects

Emergency Situations They Can Help With

Hurricanes and tropical storms
Wildfires
Floods and heavy rains
Power outages and grid disruptions
Emergency communications