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Two outdoor warning sirens to be tested this morning     (Fri., October 7, 2011)---The City Department of Emergency Management in conjunction with Hawaii State Civil Defense will test two outdoor warning sirens this morning October 7, 2011. The sirens are located at:   §         Keapuka from 9:00AM to noon §         Booth Park from 10:30AM to noon   The test is being conducted to ensure that the sirens are operating at full power and providing optimal range.    Residents and businesses in the surrounding communities may hear the steady siren tone during the test and should not be alarmed.   Hawaii State Civil Defense funds the purchase and installation of these sirens.  Once they are installed, they are released to the City for monthly testing and emergency activation.   -- END --    For more information   John M Cummings III Public Information Officer Department of Emergency Management City and County of Honolulu 650 S King Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96813   808-723-8957 Office