In March 2023, the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency launched a quarterly newsletter for its external partners and stakeholders, entitled “Laulima,” a Hawaiian word that means “to cooperate and work successfully with others.” Laulima is one of HIEMA’s core values. Former HIEMA administrator James Barros chose the name to reflect the collaborative effort that is vital to protect Hawaiʻi against natural and human-caused hazards.
July 2026
Summer is in full swing and our emergency management agencies are busy across the state. Take a look at happenings around the Hawaiian Islands, including:
– Big Island residents rebound from the 6.0-magnitude earthquake
– Kauaʻi outlines actions in its new hazard mitigation plan
– Honolulu DEM offers a new preparedness tool for Oʻahu residents
– Lahaina recovery marks a milestone on Front Street
– And home hardening expert Dennis Hwang talks home hurricane prep.
Plus, get to know HIEMA’s new administrator, David Lopez; county leaders write in for the Islands Report, and HIEMA operations lead Jake Bateman has a fresh recommendation for the Stormy Weather Book Club. We hope you enjoy this issue of Laulima.
