Updated at 9:27 a.m., Monday, September 10, 2007
Moanalua Valley's new siren to be tested this morning
Advertiser Staff
The city's Department of Emergency Management, in conjunction with Hawai'i State Civil Defense, will test a newly installed siren in Moanalua Valley at 10:30 this morning. This test aims to ensure proper functioning and area coverage of the Moanalua Valley siren.This new unit is solar-powered, battery-operated and designed to function independently of O'ahu's electrical grid.
Residents of Moanalua Valley may hear several 20-second siren soundings during the testing period. The siren test is scheduled to be completed by 11:30 a.m.