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How To Prepare For Natural Disasters
How To Prepare For Natural Disasters
Natural hazards can happen at anytime. Protect yourself and your family with this handy guide that's filled with tools and resources to get you ready before tragedy strikes. Click below:
‘AUWAI UPDATE (Post-Lala Assessment: August 18, 2026)
We ask for your patience and kōkua, especially as the Kona Lows, Lala and future tropical storms continue to impact our ancient ‘auwai systems. Please be diligent in keeping your section of the ‘auwai clear, as conditions upstream directly affect everyone downstream.
A special mahalo to Randy, Craig, Richard, Michael, Luke, Stuart, and Larry—your recent help keeps our water flowing. It isn’t magic; it’s the result of people taking time out of already busy days to show up and care. Mahalo everyone for your continual support and assistance. - Lisa
Share your 'auwai stories by scanning the QR code above or click HERE to upload your memories directly into the Google Form. Mahalo!
MISSION
MISSION
Our mission is to protect and preserve our Native Hawaiian water systems in Nu'uanu Valley, O'ahu through community education, collaboration, and advocacy efforts.
What is an 'auwai?
An 'auwai is a traditional Hawaiian irrigation system used to divert water from streams to lo'i kalo (taro patches) and other agricultural areas. These systems were carefully designed to distribute water fairly among farmers while maintaining a sustainable balance with the natural ecosystem. In traditional Hawaiian society, the management of the 'auwai was a communal responsibility ensuring that water use supported both agriculture and the health of the watershed.
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CONTACT
CONTACT
Email: NuuanuAuwai@gmail.com
For a complete directory of organizations and volunteers in the community who you can reach out to for help, please click here.
E mālama ʻoe i ka ʻāina, e mālama ka ʻāina ia ʻoe.
Take care of the land and the land will take care of you.
Last Update: July 19, 2026
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