2008 Oahu Flooding Response

Posted on Jan 3, 2025 in 2000's, HING History

HIANG airmen answered the State’s Call in December 2008 after torrential rains caused millions of dollars in damage to property on Oahu’s north shore and Waiane coast. In a joint effort with Hawaii Army National Soldiers, HIANG Airmen helped residents at Disaster Assistance Recovery Centers and removed debris from stream beds to help prevent future flooding.

– 2009 Annual Report pp. 17
TEAMWORK – SCD Plans and Operations Branch Chief Vic Gustafson (middle) assists a volunteer and a Hawaii Army National Guard Soldier in clearing debris alongside a Haleiwa stream during Operation LAUWAI. Shelly Ichishita photo.
TEAMWORK – SCD Plans and Operations Branch Chief Vic Gustafson (middle) assists a volunteer and a Hawaii Army National Guard Soldier in clearing debris alongside a Haleiwa stream during Operation LAUWAI. Shelly Ichishita photo.
(Picture from the 2009 Annual Report)