During the investigation, Brig. Gen. Bruce Oliveira said the employee, who had worked at the agency for 10 years, had a history of confusing drills and real-world events. At least two prior incidents had occurred, after which corrections were made and the employee was counselled.**********
After the mistake was realized, the employee reportedly "froze" and "seemed confused," forcing another worker to take over and send a correction, Oliveira said.
FROM THE COMMENTS:
"Vern Miyagi, who oversaw the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency [said] the worker who pressed the alert button 'feels bad'"
Hey, Mr. Miyagi: sympathy on . . . sympathy off.