National Shelter System - Open SheltersThis Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) map layer displays data from the National Shelter System (NSS) database. Per FEMA, "The NSS is synchronized every morning with the American Red Cross shelter database." It supports federal, state and local government agencies and voluntary organizations responsible for mass care and emergency assistance.**Note: Illinois has opted out of the FEMA NSS program, therefore shelters there will not be displayed. Please refer directly to the state web site for updates on sheltering.Canyon Del Oro High School Open ShelterData currency: Current FEMA service (NSS/OpenShelters).For more information: FEMA National Shelter System Fact SheetFor feedback please contact: ArcGIScomNationalMaps@esri.comFederal Emergency Management AgencyPer FEMA, "We leverage a tremendous capacity to coordinate within the federal government to make sure America is equipped to prepare for and respond to disasters."

City and County of HonoluluDepartment of Emergency ManagementOahu Hurricane Refuge AreasNot every Hurricane Refuge Area will open during an emergency. Depending on the circumstances, the City may use facilities other than those listed here. Specific locations and opening times will be determined based on the situation and will broadcast over local radio, TV, and official social media sites. COVID-19 Update: Be prepared to take additional steps to prevent the spread of illness at the Hurricane Refuge Area. Take soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, or general household cleaning supplies to clean and disinfect surfaces. Take 2-3 cloth face coverings per person and detergent to wash them regularly.Hurricane Refuge Areas are intended to be a last resort for those without safer options. In almost all cases, these facilities—often referred to as “shelters”—do NOT meet State of Hawaii guidelines for hurricane evacuation shelters. Structural engineers have evaluated “best available refuge areas,” which may be safer than remaining in areas prone to flooding, storm surge, or in older homes with wood frames or single-wall construction.Whenever possible, the public should plan to shelter-in-place with family or friends in homes outside of these hazard areas that were designed, built, or renovated to better withstand hurricane conditions. Based on building codes, Oahu homes with plans dated 1994 or later and built 1995 or later should have additional protective measures in place. Homeowners are also encouraged to retrofit their homes to make them safer for sheltering.Hurricane Refuge Areas are not stocked with supplies. If you choose to relocate to a Hurricane Refuge Area, plan to take as much of your emergency supply kit as possible with you. Include food, water, clothing, medications, and personal hygiene supplies, as well as a mat or cot. You may have 10 square feet per person or less, depending on the number of evacuees. If you bring pets with you, you will need to provide crates or carriers of appropriate sizes and other essential items such as cleaning supplies.Additional Resources: Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards produced by the University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program (Hawaii Sea Grant).