Evacuation & Shelters

1.Move to high ground immediately — get at least 100 feet above sea level or 2 miles inland.
2.Move inland — if you cannot get to high ground, move as far inland as possible away from the coast.
3.Listen for sirens — outdoor warning sirens signal an imminent threat. Tune to local radio/TV for instructions.
4.Stay away from the coast — do not return to low-lying areas until officials give the all-clear.

Outdoor Warning Sirens

Steady Tone (3 minutes)

A steady, continuous tone indicates a tsunami warning or other natural disaster. Immediately move to high ground or inland. Turn on local radio or TV for emergency information.

Monthly Testing

Sirens are tested on the first business day of each month at 11:45 AM (Hawaii Standard Time). Tests consist of a steady tone for approximately 45 seconds. No action is needed during a test.

Tsunami Evacuation Zones

NOAA Tsunami Evacuation Map

Interactive map showing tsunami inundation zones

Open NOAA Map

Honolulu Emergency Evacuation

Official City & County of Honolulu evacuation info

View Evacuation Info

Key Tsunami Guidance

1.Move to high ground immediately — get at least 100 feet above sea level or 2 miles inland.
2.Move inland — if you cannot get to high ground, move as far inland as possible away from the coast.
3.Listen for sirens — outdoor warning sirens signal an imminent threat. Tune to local radio/TV for instructions.
4.Stay away from the coast — do not return to low-lying areas until officials give the all-clear.

Outdoor Warning Sirens

Steady Tone (3 minutes)

A steady, continuous tone indicates a tsunami warning or other natural disaster. Immediately move to high ground or inland. Turn on local radio or TV for emergency information.

Monthly Testing

Sirens are tested on the first business day of each month at 11:45 AM (Hawaii Standard Time). Tests consist of a steady tone for approximately 45 seconds. No action is needed during a test.