Honolulu Hale will be illuminated in red from sundown on Tuesday until sunrise on Wednesday in observance of World Blood Donor Day.
What You Need To Know
According to the Blood Bank of Hawaii, about 200 blood donors are needed each day in Hawaii
Honolulu Hale is being illuminated in red to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and as a message of thanks to those who donate blood
Last week, the blood bank issued a call for volunteer donors—especially those with type O-negative blood, in anticipation of the summer, when donations typically drop by 15% to 20%
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi issued the request to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and as a message of thanks to those who donate blood.
