Hurricane Lane: Flight Attendants Stay Safe
August 22, 2018 — Tropical storm- and hurricane-force winds may reach Hawaii's Big Island (the largest and easternmost island) by Wednesday night, followed by a possible 20 inches of rain, flooding, storm surge, and, possibly, landslides. “Now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and property,” the National Weather Service warns.
Here is the current forecast track, from the National Hurricane Center. A hurricane warning means that hurricane conditions are imminent and preparations should be rushed to completion. A watch means hurricane conditions are possible within the next 48 hours.
AFA EAP is always available. If you would like confidential support, please contact your AFA EAP at 1-800-424-2406.
Check your AFA MEC (AFA airline leadership) website for details about your airline's operations.
Stay safe, evacuate your area if advised by authorities, and take care of one another.
Resources to protect you and your family before, during, and after a hurricane can be found at: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes.
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