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1960 Tsunami

March 9, 2026

REPAREDNESS IS THE WORD By Fred C. Pugarelli State Civil Defense maintains a vigorous program of preparing government agencies and the public to survive any natural or military disaster that may occur. "As long-time residents know," CD officials state, "Hawaii...

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Communications and Warnings Systems

March 9, 2026

National Communications System (NACOM) NACOM-ll radio antenna at Birkheimer. (Picture from the 1963 Annual Report) 1960's Radio equipment for the National Communications System 2 (NACOM-Il) was received from the Federal government in the Spring of 1962 and space was allocated...

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Outdoor Siren Warning System

March 5, 2026

1960's Also 71 more CD sirens for enemy attack and tidal wave warnings were purchased and are being installed throughout the Islands: 13 for Oahu, 12 for Hawaii, 21 for Kauai, and 25 for Maui county including 20 for the...

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Civil Defense Advisory Council

February 2, 2026

The Civil Defense Advisory Council, chaired by the Lieutenant Governor with three members from Oahu and one member each from the other three counties, advises the Governor and the Civil Defense Director in matters pertaining to civil defense. - 1961...

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1960’s HIEMA Photographs

September 25, 2025

CD displays attracted thousands during Armed Forces Day 1962. On display were communications equipment, Jimmy Walker's mobile radio unit, fallout shelter supplies, radiological equipment and medical supplies. Dr. Casimer Jasinski, State CD Medical consultant and Mrs. Maureen Wong State CD...

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