Called HNL Alert, the mass notification system will send text messages, push notifications or emails to users during situations like severe weather, evacuations, or drinking water or ocean safety issues.

March 31 marks the debut of the City and County of Honolulu’s new mass notification system entitled “HNL Alert,” as a part of the city’s Emergency Operations Center. According to the city, the system will allow residents and visitors alike to sign up for updates regarding severe weather,

Starting today, the City and County of Honolulu officially launches its new real- time, mass-notification system to inform the public about severe weather, beach and ocean safety conditions, drinking water issues,