The community is invited to attend the Maui Emergency Management Agency’s Emergency Preparedness Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 12 at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center in Kahului. Photo courtesy MEMA

The Maui Emergency Management Agency’s Emergency Preparedness Expo is coming to the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in Kahului from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12.

According to the agency, the free event will feature informative speakers and community resources with more than 30 local partner agencies participating.

Attendees will have the chance to learn valuable disaster readiness strategies, connect with local organizations and register for free prizes and giveaways.

Held in conjunction with Tsunami Awareness Month, the expo is themed “Always Preparing, Stronger Together: Building a Resilient Maui Nui.”

“Emergency preparedness is crucial in Maui County, where being ready for the unexpected can significantly reduce risks and minimize damages,” MEMA administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett said in a news release. “Our newly formed team remains committed to supporting the community in preparedness, response and resiliency — because we are stronger together. This event, in collaboration with local agencies, is a key opportunity to equip residents with essential tools to stay safe.”

MEMA staff will be on hand to assist with MEMA Alert signups. For more, go to MauiCounty.gov/MEMA.