Twin Hurricanes Lowell and Karina Prompt Maui Preparedness Warning
Multiple sources including Maui County, Maui Now, Mauirecovers, and Hawaii News Now are reporting that two hurricanes — Lowell and Karina — are tracking toward the Hawaiian Islands, prompting officials to urge residents and visitors to prepare. The National Weather Service has flagged above-average forecast uncertainty due to multiple interacting weather systems. Mayor Richard Bissen […]
One-Third of Lahaina Fire Survivors Still Without Permanent Housing as Hurricanes Approach
A new UHERO study finds that three years after the 2023 Maui wildfires, roughly one-third of displaced households still lack permanent housing. Meanwhile, Category 4 Hurricane Karina and Tropical Storm Lowell are tracking toward Hawaii with possible arrival near Labor Day weekend. About one-third of fire-affected households remain without permanent housing three years after the […]
One-Third of Lahaina Fire Survivors Still Lack Permanent Housing as Hurricanes Approach
A new UHERO study finds that three years after the 2023 Maui wildfires, roughly one-third of displaced households still have not secured permanent housing. At the same time, Category 4 Hurricane Karina and Tropical Storm Lowell are tracking toward Hawaii with potential Labor Day weekend impacts. About one-third of fire-affected households remain without permanent housing […]
Two Pacific Storm Systems Could Approach Hawaii Sept. 4–9
Tropical Storm Lowell and Category 4 Hurricane Karina are both tracking westward in the Pacific, with official forecasts currently keeping them south of Hawaii. Forecast uncertainty leaves open the possibility that one or both systems could come closer to the islands between September 4 and 9. Tropical Storm Lowell is about 850 miles east-southeast of […]
Brush Fire Near Olinda Road Contained Same Day
Maui County’s emergency management agency issued two alerts on August 27, 2026 regarding a brush fire near 2900 Olinda Road. Multiple official updates confirmed the fire was reported in the early afternoon and fully extinguished by late afternoon the same day. A brush fire was reported at approximately 2:15 PM HST near 2900 Olinda Road […]
Maui Brush Fire Near Waiko Road Contained Within Two Hours
A brush fire broke out near Waiko Road and Kuihelani Highway on Maui the evening of August 25, burning about half an acre before being fully extinguished. No property damage, evacuations, or road closures were reported. The Maui Fire Department responded at 7:07 p.m. and fully extinguished the fire by 8:48 p.m., with the incident […]
Federal Emergency Declaration Approved for Maui After Hurricane Lala
Multiple sources report that President Trump has approved Hawaii Governor Josh Green’s request for a presidential emergency declaration following Tropical Cyclone Lala, which struck the Hawaiian Islands August 14–16. The declaration unlocks FEMA assistance for Maui County, Hawaii County, and the City and County of Honolulu, covering 75% of eligible emergency protective measures. Nonprofit relief […]
Brush Fire Near Kuihelani Hwy and Waiko Rd Extinguished Monday Evening
Maui County issued two alerts on the evening of August 25, 2026 regarding a brush fire near the intersection of Kuihelani Highway and Waiko Road. The fire was reported at 7:15 PM and extinguished by 8:40 PM, according to official updates from MEMA. A brush fire broke out near Kuihelani Highway and Waiko Road at […]
Salvation Army Delivers Meals, Aid to Maui After Hurricane Lala Outages
Following Hurricane Lala, The Salvation Army and local partners have been distributing meals, groceries, and supplies to power-outage-affected communities across Maui, Oʻahu, and Hawaiʻi Island. On Maui, 172 meals were served at four emergency shelters, with grocery gift cards now available through the Kahului Corps. Between Aug. 16–21, 2026, The Salvation Army served over 3,600 […]
Tropical Depression Moke Brings Heavy Rain and Wind Risks to Maui
Multiple sources reported that Tropical Depression Moke is bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to Hawaii, with Maui among the affected islands. Eastern Maui is expected to see the most significant rainfall, raising concerns about flooding and mudslides, while the storm is forecast to weaken and dissipate by Tuesday. Tropical Depression Moke’s center was located […]