4.7 Earthquake Hits Hawaii Island, Felt Across Multiple Islands
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck Hawaii Island Tuesday night with no tsunami threat or volcanic impact. The quake was felt on Maui, Molokai, and Oahu with over 716 reports filed within the first hour. The earthquake occurred 14 miles east of Pāpa’ikou at 10:37 p.m. on June 9 at a depth of 24 miles. No […]
Overnight Water Outage Affects Paia Properties June 10-11
Scheduled water service outage in Paia’s Kaiholo and Poho Place areas from 10pm June 10 to 5am June 11 for water main repairs. The outage will impact 75 residences, 5 condominiums, and 3 businesses. Water service will be shut off from 10pm June 10 to 5am June 11 in the Kaiholo Place and Poho Place […]
Construction Spending Rises Statewide but Housing Development Drops on Maui
Hawaii’s construction industry had a strong first quarter with $2.09 billion in spending, but housing construction significantly declined including on Maui where multi-family projects slowed from 2025 levels. Maui recorded $170 million in construction activity, dominated by public projects rather than private development. Multi-family housing construction on Maui decreased significantly compared to first quarter 2025 […]
Large South Swell Expected to Bring Coastal Flooding Risk Next Week
Multiple surf forecasts report that a significant south swell from a New Zealand storm system will impact Maui’s coastlines beginning this weekend. The swell is expected to peak Sunday through Monday, creating potential coastal flooding concerns for oceanfront properties. Large south swell from New Zealand storm system expected to build Saturday and peak Sunday into […]
Honolulu Delays Foreclosure Despite $3M in Illegal STR Fines
A year after Honolulu City Council approved foreclosure on an illegal short-term rental with $3 million in fines, the city has not taken the property to court. The delay undermines the city’s enforcement credibility despite collecting more violation fines overall. Honolulu has not proceeded with foreclosure on Alewa Heights property one year after council approval, […]
Maui County Planning Department Schedules Public Sessions on Zoning Rewrite
Multiple sources report that Maui County’s Planning Department will begin public presentations on a comprehensive rewrite of the county’s zoning code. The multiyear effort aims to modernize land use regulations throughout Maui County. The Planning Department will present an update on the Title 19 rewrite to the County Council’s Housing and Land Use Committee on […]
Maui County Approves $1.6B Budget, Adds Security Funding After Threat
The Maui County Council passed its $1.6 billion budget for 2026-2027 and added $50,000 for county property security after a recent incident where a congressional candidate allegedly threatened workers at a county building. The funding cannot be used for screening machines and awaits mayor approval. Council approved $50,000 in additional security funding after a gun […]
Fire Safety Guide Highlights Wind-Driven Fire Risks Using Maui Example
A fire preparedness guide explains how wind-driven fires spread faster and cause more damage, citing the 2023 Lahaina fire as a key example of devastating community impact. Wind-driven fires spread faster than traditional wildfires because winds carry embers further and provide extra oxygen to fuel flames. The 2023 Lahaina fire had wind gusts up to […]
West Maui Energy Future Meeting Set for June 12 to Discuss Renewable Goals
Lahaina Strong and the Hawaii State Energy Office will host a community meeting on June 12 to discuss West Maui’s energy future and Hawaii’s 100% renewable energy goal by 2045. The meeting will include educational stations, presentations, and small group discussions for community input. Meeting scheduled for June 12, 5:30-7:30 PM at Maui YMCA West […]
Hotels Now Training Staff to Warn Visitors About Protected Marine Animals
Hawaii launches new program training hotel staff to educate guests about monk seals and sea turtles before beach visits, following incident where visitor threw rock at endangered seal in Lahaina. Hawaii Marine Animal Response created Marine Stewards Program for hotel staff, concierges, and tour operators to educate visitors about wildlife safety. Program launched after Washington […]