Tropical Storm Nolo Threatens Maui with Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding
Multiple outlets including Hawaii News Now and Big Island Video News are reporting that a developing tropical system, expected to be named Nolo, is prompting weather authorities to issue serious warnings for Maui County and Hawaii Island. A Flood Watch is in effect from Wednesday through Saturday, with forecasters warning of heavy, prolonged rainfall and […]
Hurricane Lala Leaves $10M in Maui Infrastructure Damage, Statewide Costs Hit $67M
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 […]
Kuihelani Highway Brush Fire Contained After Afternoon Response
Maui County’s Emergency Management Agency issued two alerts covering a brush fire that broke out and was subsequently contained on September 17, 2026. Multiple official MEMA updates tracked the incident from its initial report through containment, providing guidance to residents throughout. A brush fire was reported at approximately 3:22 p.m. HST near Kuihelani Hwy & […]
Hurricane Lowell Brings Flooding, Outages, and Road Closures to Maui
Hurricane Lowell struck Hawaii as a Category 2 storm, causing coastal flooding that closed roads in South Maui, widespread power outages, and significant infrastructure damage across the islands. The storm has since weakened to tropical storm strength and is moving north. Coastal flooding from Hurricane Lowell closed roads in South Maui and other parts of […]
Maui Fire Dept Receives $29,500 Grant for Wildfire Equipment
Hawaiʻi Water Service awarded nearly $29,500 to Maui County’s fire department to purchase portable high-pressure pumps and thermal cameras for wildfire response. The funding comes from a new grant program and does not impact customer water rates. Maui County’s fire department will use the grant to acquire seven portable high-pressure pumps and seven thermal cameras […]
Hurricane Lowell Strips South Maui Beaches of Up to Half Their Sand
Hurricane Lowell’s storm surge and waves severely eroded beaches from North Kihei to Wailea, reducing sandy areas by 50% or more. Experts expect gradual sand recovery but warn that long-term sea level rise may prevent full restoration. South Maui beaches from North Kihei to Wailea lost up to half their normal sandy area due to […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Thursday Night
A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert moves across the Hawaiian Islands, bringing moderate to heavy showers and flash flood risk. Flood-prone roads, low-lying areas, and urban zones may see closures and property damage. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight
Remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert is bringing moderate to heavy showers to the Hawaiian Islands, with a Flood Watch in effect through late tonight. Flash flooding remains possible, with risk of road closures and property damage from rapid runoff. A Flood Watch is in effect through late tonight for all main Hawaiian Islands […]
Flood Watch Active for All Hawaii Islands Through Thursday Night
A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings moderate to heavy showers across all main Hawaiian Islands. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian Islands through late Thursday night. […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight
A Flood Watch remains in effect through late tonight across all main Hawaiian Islands as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings periods of moderate to heavy showers. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible, especially in windward and urban areas. A Flood Watch is in effect through late […]