Tokuda Secures Extended Military Disaster Response for Hawaii Communities
Rep. Tokuda helped pass defense legislation that extends military disaster response time from 72 hours to one week and blocks Army land condemnation in Hawaii. The bill also increases military housing investment to reduce pressure on local housing supply. Military disaster response window extended from 72 hours to one week for natural disasters like recent […]
Water Outage in Upcountry Maui Extended Through Saturday Evening
Maui County has reported an extended water service outage affecting the Makawao Avenue area in Upcountry Maui due to emergency mainline repairs. The outage, which began Friday evening, has been extended multiple times as crews work to fix the break. Water service outage affects Makawao Avenue between Makani Road and Pukalani Superette, including side streets […]
Water Outages Hit East Maui and Upcountry Due to Emergency Repairs
Maui County reported two separate water service outages on June 4th affecting East Maui and Upcountry areas due to emergency mainline break repairs. The outages impacted a combined 75 residences across both locations. East Maui’s Honokalani Road area experienced a 3-hour water outage starting at 8:20 am due to emergency mainline break repairs The East […]
First Pacific Tropical Storm Forms, Currently No Threat to Hawaii
Tropical Storm Amanda became the first named storm of the 2026 Pacific hurricane season but remains far from Hawaii with no current threat to the islands. Amanda is located 1,475 miles southwest of Baja California with 40 mph winds. The storm is moving northwest and expected to weaken over the weekend. No coastal watches or […]
Disaster Unemployment Aid Available Until June 15 for March Storm Impacts
Property owners and workers affected by March 2026 storms, floods, and landslides can apply for disaster unemployment assistance until June 15. Benefits range from $346 to $868 weekly through October 2026. Disaster Unemployment Assistance covers job losses from March 10-24, 2026 storms, floods, and landslides across Maui, Hawaii, and Honolulu counties. Eligible applicants include business […]
Maui County Seeks Input on Wildfire Buyout Program Changes
Maui County is accepting public comments through July 1 on proposed changes to its disaster recovery buyout program for fire-affected properties. The updates include setting maximum assistance amounts and new prioritization criteria. Public comment period runs through July 1, 2026 for changes to the Strategic Voluntary Mitigation Buyout Program. Proposed updates include establishing maximum assistance […]
Disaster Unemployment Benefits Available for March Storm Victims Until June 15
Property owners and workers affected by March 2026 storms across Hawaiian counties can apply for disaster unemployment assistance worth $346-$868 weekly through June 15. Benefits cover those who lost work or income due to the natural disasters. Disaster Unemployment Assistance available for those affected by March 10-24, 2026 storms, floods, and landslides across Hawaiʻi, Honolulu, […]
Emergency Water Main Repair Cuts Service to Central Lahaina Area
A water main break on Wainee Street in Lahaina required emergency repairs, causing a 3-hour service outage affecting 12 residences and 30 hydrants. Water service was interrupted for approximately 3 hours starting at 10:10 am on June 2. The outage affected the Wainee Street area between Shaw Street and Lahainaluna Road. Emergency repairs addressed a […]
Maui County Opens Comment Period for Disaster Recovery Buyout Program Changes
Maui County is seeking public input through July 1 on proposed amendments to its disaster recovery plan that would modify the Strategic Voluntary Mitigation Buyout Program. The changes include setting maximum assistance amounts and creating prioritization criteria for applicants. Public comment period runs through July 1 for proposed disaster recovery plan amendments. Changes would establish […]
Maui Ocean Center Hosts Educational Activities for World Ocean Day
Maui Ocean Center will host World Ocean Day celebrations on June 8 with educational activities, marine presentations, and conservation group participation. The event offers discounted admission for Hawaii residents. Event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, June 8 with marine naturalist presentations and educational activities. Features coral feeding stations, shark tooth dig, and […]