Hurricane Lala caused an estimated $9.9 million in preliminary public infrastructure damage in Maui County, part of a statewide total exceeding $67 million. FEMA eligibility has not yet been determined as damage assessments remain ongoing.
- Maui County sustained approximately $9.9 million in preliminary public infrastructure damage from Hurricane Lala.
- Statewide public infrastructure damage is estimated at over $67 million, with Hawaii County bearing the largest share at $48.5 million.
- 267 homes were impacted statewide, including 29 destroyed and 82 with major damage, though residential damage is not included in the $67 million figure.
- A FEMA-eligible damage threshold has not yet been determined as the state assessment process continues.
- Rebuilding costs in Hawaii run roughly 40% higher than comparable mainland disaster recovery work due to labor, materials, and shipping expenses.
Source: KITV
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