In An Emergency (Oahu Hikes)
In An Emergency on Oahu Hikes
Call 911
Ask for Fire/Rescue, tell them what trail you're on and what
happened.
Be Visible
Wear or wave a brightly colored item in an open are during the
day. At night, use a flashlight or camera flash.
Be Audible
Use a whistle to attract attention.
Stay Calm
Objectively assess your situation before making any decisions.
Stay calm and maintain a positive mental attitude
Stay Put
You will be found faster and reduce the chances of getting into
further trouble, especially after dark, by staying put.
Stay Warm
Wind and rain can drain you body of warmth and be life-
threatening. Get out of the wind and use your rain gear or extra
clothes to stay warm.
When do you need emergency assistance?
- When an injury or illness prevents walking.
- When extremely bad weather hits.
- When it's too dark to see.
- When you're extremely fatigued or dehydrated.
- When you're disoriented or lost.
- When you're stranded, scared, unable to move.
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