Volcanic eruptions in Hawai‘i can pose significant risks, including lava flows threatening infrastructure, airborne ash affecting aviation, and volcanic gas emissions impacting air quality. Earthquakes, which are common in the region, can lead to ground cracks, landslides, and local tsunamis. Communities near active volcanoes, particularly on the south side of the Island of Hawai‘i, face the highest hazards. The isolated nature of Hawai‘i means aid may take time to arrive during disasters, increasing the importance of self-sufficiency.