21 July 2017, 16:08 GMT
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The ongoing North Korean missile tests along with growing concern among the public forced the agency to work on preparedness and develop disaster management plans, Hawaii News Now reported, citing EMA administrator Vern Miyagi.
There is clear evidence that Pyongyang was developing ballistic missiles that could reach Hawaii, the official added, according to the report.
The EMA determined that the public should have an action plan if the attack happens, the official said.
On July 4, Pyongyang confirmed it had carried out a successful launch of its first ICBM, the Hwasong-14, which fell into the Sea of Japan. North Korean media reported that the missile flew 933 kilometers (580 miles) and reached a maximum altitude of 2,802 kilometers.
