County opens emergency shelters in Naalehu and Pahala

Hawaii County has opened two emergency shelters in Kaʻu as a result of the Kona low winter weather system currently affecting Hawaii Island, the county said this afternoon in a statement.

The shelters are at the Pahala and Naalehu community centers. Both shelters are pet-friendly, so long as the animals are contained by a crate or pet carrier.

Those availing themselves of the shelters are asked to bring enough supplies to sustain themselves, their pets and other household members for a period of 24 hours.