Story by Charles Delano | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 11.14.2023
Adam Gaskin, a civil planner with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Huntington District’s emergency management office, supports the Hawai‘i Wildfires recovery mission as the Emergency Support Function #3 team lead....
Story by Erin Jimenez | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 11.11.2023
Shelter is a basic human need that is crucial for survival. Providing shelter for victims after disasters helps to establish a sense of normalcy for the individuals and communities who have been affected. Providing temporary housing involves a coordinated effort by various organizations to provide safe and secure accommodations for people who have been displaced. The U.S. Army......
Story by Erin Jimenez | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 11.01.2023
Disasters are multi dynamic, fluid events that evolve rapidly. Given the fast-paced nature of disasters, a comprehensive disaster response requires teamwork. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency often collaborate on various environmental and regulatory matters in the United States....
Story by Erin Jimenez | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 10.25.2023
Josh, Lilli, Kaia and Cora, four legged furry pals from a certified therapy dog volunteer organization, dropped in to see the team at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Hawai‘i Wildfire Recovery Field Office in Kiehi, Hawai‘i, Oct. 24....
Story by Erin Jimenez | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 10.17.2023
Technology is a tool that contributes to the success of a mission and isn’t often talked about. During disaster recovery, technology is foundational for a mission’s success. Ensuring U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ employees have access to the tools they need to accomplish tasks while deployed, is a team of IT professionals working quietly behind the scenes....
Story by Katelyn Newton | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Honolulu District | 09.20.2023
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers representatives participated in the Upcountry Resource Fair held at the Kula Community Center in Kula, Hawai'i Sept. 18. The event provided an opportunity for residents who were impacted by the recent fires in Kula to receive disaster relief information from various government and non-profit agencies....
