Maui Records 2nd Travel-Related Dengue Case of 2026; Risk Remains Low
Hawaii DOH confirmed a second dengue case on Maui this year, linked to travel in the Pacific Islands. Officials say local transmission risk is low but have deployed mosquito control teams to the undisclosed affected area. Hawaii has now confirmed 10 travel-related dengue cases statewide in 2026, with 2 occurring on Maui. All cases this […]
SBA Disaster Loans Now Available for Maui Nonprofits Hit by Hurricane Lowell
Following a federal major disaster declaration for Hurricane Lowell, the SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans up to $2 million to eligible nonprofits in Maui and Kauaʻi counties. The declaration also unlocks federal public assistance for government agencies to cover cleanup and repair costs for public infrastructure. Maui County nonprofits affected by Hurricane Lowell can […]
Maui Beaches Take Serious Erosion Hit After Relentless 2026 Storm Season
A series of Kona low storms and seven Pacific tropical cyclones have significantly accelerated coastal erosion on Maui’s South and West shores in 2026. Beach parks are partially closed, sandbags line shrinking shorelines, and experts warn that ongoing El Niño conditions could make recovery even harder. Portions of beach parks in South Maui are roped […]
Tourist Enters Closed Waiʻānapanapa During Tropical Storm Nolo, Sparks Backlash
A visitor filmed herself bypassing closure signs at Waiʻānapanapa State Park during Tropical Storm Nolo in late September 2026, drawing public anger and raising questions about enforcement. The park was shut down along with other Maui state parks due to flash flooding, dangerous surf, and falling debris. Waiʻānapanapa State Park was closed as part of […]
Waiko Industrial Brush Fire Contained After Less Than an Hour
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 […]
SNAP Food Replacement Benefits Available for Maui Wildfire and Hurricane Nolo Survivors
Multiple sources, including Hawaii News Now and the Governor of Hawaii’s office, report that the Hawaii Department of Human Services is offering extended SNAP replacement benefits to households affected by Hurricane Nolo and the Olowalu wildfire. The USDA Food and Nutrition Administration authorized the extended reporting window due to prolonged power outages and wildfire impacts […]
Maui Golf Course Weathers Two Hurricanes and Flooding in 2026
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course has faced a difficult 2026, closing for 13 days after March flooding and sustaining repeated damage from two hurricanes. Despite ongoing recovery costs, the course has remained operational through extensive maintenance efforts. March rains dumped over 22 inches on the course, toppling 12 trees and forcing a 13-day […]
Three Hurricanes Hit Hawaii in 2026 Season, Battering Maui Repeatedly
Hurricanes Lala, Lowell, and Nolo struck Hawaii in succession during the 2026 season, causing flooding, power outages, beach erosion, and widespread damage across the islands, including West Maui. The storms compounded ongoing hardships for the region still recovering from the 2023 Lahaina fires. Hurricane Lala caused flash flooding on East Maui, knocked out power for […]
Olowalu Brush Fire Contained After Hurricane Nolo; Lahaina Schools Reopen
Multiple sources report that a fast-moving brush fire sparked by Hurricane Nolo burned more than 100 acres near Olowalu in West Maui over the weekend before being contained. With evacuation orders lifted and power restored, four Lahaina public schools that had been closed Monday were cleared to reopen Tuesday, September 29. The Olowalu brush fire […]
Olowalu Brush Fire Contained as of 6 PM Monday
Multiple Maui County emergency alerts confirmed that a brush fire near Olowalu Village on Maui was contained by 6:00 PM on September 29, 2026. The Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) continues to monitor the situation and asks the public to avoid the area while crews remain on scene. A brush fire broke out in the […]