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ALT Key Messages: 1. Nolo is expected to remain south of the Big Island of Hawaii today before turning westward and moving away from the island. Tropical storm conditions are occurring on the Big Island, especially in areas of steep terrain, and hurricane conditions are possible in those areas today. 2. Periods of heavy rain are expected to expand across the Big Island and eastern Maui through the weekend. Significant, life-threatening flooding and mudslides are possible, especially in areas of steep terrain across the eastern and southern portions of the Big Island and Maui. Across the remainder of Hawaii, lesser rainfall totals are expected. 3. Large and damaging waves are likely along portions of the Big Island's coastline this weekend.
ALT Mensajes clave: 1. Se espera que Nolo permanezca al sur de la Isla Grande de Hawái hoy antes de girar hacia el oeste y alejarse de la isla. Condiciones de tormenta tropical están ocurriendo en la Isla Grande, especialmente en áreas de terreno empinado, y son posibles las condiciones de huracán en esas áreas hoy. 2. Se anticipa que los períodos de lluvia intensa se expandan por Big Island y el este de Maui durante el fin de semana. Es posible que se produzcan inundaciones y deslizamientos de tierra significativos y que amenazan la vida, especialmente en áreas de terreno empinado en las porciones este y sur de Big Island y Maui. A través del resto de Hawaii, se anticipan totales de lluvia menores. 3. Este fin de semana es probable que se produzcan olas grandes y dañinas a lo largo de porciones de la costa de la Isla Grande.
ALT “Graphic reading: ‘Follow guidance from your local officials.’ A mobile phone displays an emergency alert, and a radio appears in the upper right corner.”
ALT This is a flood safety graphic titled with tips on how to stay safe while driving during floods. The text reads as follows: Steer Clear of Flooded Roads. Never drive through flooded roads - almost half of flood deaths happen in vehicles. 6 inches of water is enough to cause you to lose control of your vehicle. If you encounter flood waters on a roadway, Turn Around, Don't Drown.
ALT Cameron Hamilton speaking at a FEMA event with American flags and FEMA logo in the background.
ALT Large pile of fallen tree branches and debris blocking a river under a concrete bridge in a wooded area.
ALT Road partially collapsed with orange traffic cones and barriers marking the damaged area after a natural disaster.
ALT Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is briefed outdoors by state and local officials in North Carolina.
ALT FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton Meets outdoors with state and local officials in North Carolina.
ALT Overview of Indiana flood relief efforts showing officials assessing storm damage and financial aid statistics.
ALT INDIANAPOLIS - Executive Director of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security Jonathan Whitham discusses federal assistance for community recovery with FEMA’s Director of Public Assistance Robert Pesapane after August severe storms, tornadoes and flooding resulted in a major disaster declaration for the state.
ALT ARCADIA, Ind.– During the FEMA site inspection, Director of Public Assistance Robert Pesapane discusses disaster damage to the Jackson Township Fire Department with Fire Chief James Carter after August severe weather flooded the facility.
ALT ARCADIA, Ind.– During the FEMA site inspection, Director of Public Assistance Robert Pesapane discusses disaster damage to the Jackson Township Fire Department with Fire Chief James Carter after August severe weather flooded the facility.
ALT Worker with safety helmet and vest holding a digital tablet at a shipping yard, supporting efforts to strengthen American transportation resilience.
ALT Large group of FEMA employees and partners gathered outside a building holding a banner with the FEMA logo and emblem.
ALT Training participant practicing on a mannequin in a clinical simulation room.
ALT Large audience seated in a conference room watching a speaker on multiple screens at the front of the room.
ALT Medical personnel in hazmat suits attending to a training mannequin on a table during a disaster drill outdoors.
ALT FEMA alert cautioning against disaster fraudsters posing as inspectors, emphasizing verifying credentials and not sharing bank or registration details.