HI SR47

Requests the Hawaii State Civil Defense to conduct a study on what actions should be taken when people refuse to evacuate homes or businesses refuse to close in evacuation zones during natural disasters

Cites Hawaii's vulnerability to natural disasters including floods, hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic activity, and notes that emergency personnel may take up to 72 hours to reach evacuation zones

References the 2012 tsunami scare when some residents and businesses refused to evacuate, creating traffic hazards and public safety threats

Requires Hawaii State Civil Defense to submit a progress report to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2014 Regular Session convenes

Requires Hawaii State Civil Defense to submit a final report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2015 Regular Session convenes