A Haiku family suffered over $100,000 in flood damage from Tropical Storm Lala and is waiting on federal aid as Hawaii awaits President Trump’s decision on a major disaster declaration. An emergency declaration has been approved, but a separate major disaster declaration is needed to unlock broader recovery assistance.
- A Haiku homeowner sustained more than $100,000 in damage after Tropical Storm Lala sent floodwater through her home’s foundation, with no flood insurance to cover losses.
- Governor Green’s request for a federal emergency declaration has been approved, but a fuller major disaster declaration — which would unlock broader, longer-term aid — still awaits President Trump’s sign-off.
- Damage assessments were submitted to federal officials on September 9, and which areas and programs receive assistance will depend on what gets designated under any approved declaration.
- Two major storms have caused an estimated $1 billion or more in statewide damage, with most destruction from Tropical Storm Lala occurring on Hawaii Island.
- Maui storm victims have publicly urged officials not to overlook the island as federal aid decisions are made.
Source: Hoodline
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