Multiple Maui County Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) alerts reported a brush fire near E. Waiko Road and Kuihelani Highway in the Waiko Industrial area on October 2, 2026. The fire was reported at 4:04 PM and confirmed contained by command at 4:55 PM. MEMA continues to monitor the situation and asks the public to avoid the area to allow emergency crews to operate.
- Brush fire broke out at approximately 4:04 PM on October 2, 2026, near E. Waiko Road and Kuihelani Highway in the Waiko Industrial area
- First responders were on scene shortly after the fire was reported
- Smoke impacted the surrounding area during the incident
- Fire was declared contained at 4:55 PM — less than one hour after it was reported
- Public is asked to continue avoiding the area to allow emergency crews to operate
- MEMA is continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates as available
- Residents can download the Genasys Protect app for real-time evacuation notifications and zone status updates
Sources
- Maui County: MEMA Alert: Brush Fire On Maui Island
- Maui County: MEMA Alert: Brush Fire On Maui Island
- Maui County: MEMA Alert: Information Update
- Maui County: MEMA Alert: Information Update
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