More than a month after Tropical Storm Lala caused significant flood damage on Maui, affected residents are waiting on a federal Major Disaster Declaration that would unlock broader recovery assistance. Hawaii’s emergency management agency says a damage assessment was submitted to the White House on September 9th, but no decision has been made.
- A federal emergency declaration has already been approved, but a separate Major Disaster Declaration — which would provide broader, longer-term aid — is still pending White House approval.
- Hawaii submitted its damage assessment to the federal government on September 9th; if approved, the declaration could expand the types and duration of assistance available.
- Most storm damage was on Hawaii Island, but Maui residents affected by Lala flooding are urging officials not to overlook their needs.
- Flood victims without insurance are relying on GoFundMe campaigns and hoping federal aid arrives to cover rebuild costs beyond what emergency donations can provide.
Source: Hawaii News Now
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