Maui and Oahu continue recovering from wildfires and floods, with 427 housing units completed in Lahaina as of January 2026 and hundreds more expected. Travelers are being encouraged to visit responsibly while respecting communities still in active recovery.
- Maui County reported 427 completed housing units in Lahaina by January 2026, with 600+ more affordable and workforce homes expected throughout the year.
- The 2023 Lahaina wildfire destroyed over 2,200 structures and caused an estimated $5.5 billion in damage, with cultural, commercial, and infrastructure recovery still ongoing.
- Completed housing units do not signal full community recovery — infrastructure, commercial properties, and historic sites are on separate and longer timelines.
- Oahu also experienced significant weather-related disruptions in early 2026, adding to statewide recovery challenges.
- Tourism guidance encourages visitors to check official advisories, avoid active disaster zones, and be mindful of residents still navigating displacement and rebuilding.
Source: Travelandtourworld
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