What is the “color code for SO2 condition status”?
The County of Hawai‘i and DOH have worked together to form a color code system to help individuals and groups take protective actions based on SO2 levels on the island of Hawai‘i. More information on the color code for SO2 conditions status is available at co.hawaii.hi.us/cd/emissions_brochure.pdf. To find out the current SO2 level color code for the island of Hawai‘i listen to your local radio station, or log on to the Hawai‘i Civil Defense Agency (HCDA) webpage at co.hawaii.hi.us/cd/advisory.htm or lavainfo.us/. Call HCDA at 935-0031 or Department of Health at 933-0917(Hilo) or 322-1507(Kona) for more information. The color code is based on a forecast of data and uses volcanic emission levels, weather, wind, and historical data. Although changing conditions make it difficult to predict protective measures, forecasting is intended to provide advanced warning and advice to help in prepare for an emergency.
