Hawaiʻi County Reports on Extensive Damage Following Magnitude-6.0 Earthquake
What happened
Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense reported on Tuesday, May 26, regarding the aftermath of a magnitude-6.0 earthquake that occurred shortly before 10 p.m. on Friday, May 22. The epicenter was approximately 8 miles south of Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo. The county received 143 damage reports, noting that 34 of these were from properties sustaining major damage, including five homes that were destroyed.
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Why it matters
The county is currently assessing the damage and working with Vibrant Hawaiʻi and the American Red Cross to provide immediate housing and other assistance to those affected. The reports detail instances where properties, such as a home built around 1950, suffered structural failure, and residents discovered they lacked earthquake coverage on their policies.
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How it developed
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Hawai‘i County collaborates with aid groups for disaster response.1 source