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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...

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...

Hawaiʻi’s islandwide statewide outdoor warning siren network is one of the most recognizable elements of the state’s disaster preparedness infrastructure. Operated by the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, the system was developed over decades in response to the islands’ vulnerability to...

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...

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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