#Kahikinui
Structure fire in Kahikinui contained overnight
A structure fire in the remote area of Kahikinui along the south east slopes of Haleakalā was contained overnight at around 12:14 a.m.
Long before last week’s 330-acre blaze, Kahikinui community spent years preparing for fires
Kahikinui, along with Waiohuli and Launiupoko, were the first communities on Maui to earn Firewise USA recognition in 2016 — and now there are 34 with another 16 going through the process.
Maui Fire Department turns over command of the Kahikinui Brush Fire to DOFAW
Effective this morning, Thursday, June 19, 2025, overall command and responsibility for the Kahikinui Brush Fire will move from the County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety to the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
Kahikinui fire 93% contained; evacuation orders lifted
Evacuation orders for Kahikinui were lifted at 7 p.m. today, June 16, due to increased fire containment, according to Maui Emergency Management Agency. The fire has burned 330 acres since it first started Sunday morning, and was 93% contained as of nightfall on Monday.
Emergency proclamations signed in response to Kahikinui brush fire
Mayor Richard Bissen and Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, serving as acting governor, signed emergency proclamations in response to the ongoing brush fire in Kahikinui.
Kahikinui fire revised to 330 acres; 80% contained
The Kahikinui brush fire mauka of the highway near Mile Marker 24 and 25 is now mapped at approximately 330 acres, which was calculated by Air One flying the perimeter with a flight tracker. MFD said containment as of 8 a.m. on Monday, June 16, is 80%.
Homestead communities, leader recognized for wildfire mitigation efforts
Two homestead communities were recognized at last Thursday’s wildfire summit for their efforts, commitment and contributions to the Firewise program.
Community-based proposals sought for East Maui Tourism Management Pilot Program
East Maui’s hotspots include Nā‘ili‘ilihaele Stream (also known as Bamboo Forest), Waikamoi Falls, Kaihalulu (also known as Red Sand Beach), Wai‘oka (also known as Venus Pools), and Honolewa (also known as South Wailua Falls).
DHHL: New plan guides Kahikinui forest restoration
A project to restore a 4,500-acre portion of native forest on the slopes of Haleakalā that began over 25 years ago has recommenced through the efforts of native Hawaiians from the Kahikinui Homestead Community.
Landslides, road damage leaves portions of Piʻilani Hwy in East Maui impassable
Heavy rainfall in East Maui overnight triggered landslides and roadway damage that have closed multiple sections of Piʻilani Highway between mile markers 19 in Kahikinui and mile marker 39 in Kīpahulu.
Hazardous Conditions Prompt Closure of Maui Recreation Area & Two Forest Reserves
Due to hazardous conditions and impassable roads and trails caused by this week’s heavy rains and strong winds, DLNR has closed the Kula State Forest Reserve, Kahikinui State Forest Reserve – Papa’anui Tract, and Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area. The forest reserve roads and trails will remain closed to all users until further notice. Personnel from […]
Driver Dies in Kahikinui Crash, Alcohol and Speed Suspected as Factors
One person is dead following a single-vehicle crash along a remote section of the Piʻilani Highway in Kahikinui, reported at around 10:42 p.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2021.
Maui County Charter Commission Seeks Input from Hāmākua, East Maui and Kahikinui Communities
The Maui County Charter Commission is seeking input from members of the Hāmākua, East Maui and Kahikinui communities at its next scheduled virtual meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2021.
$963K Road Repair Project Starts Sept. 8 in Kahikinui, Maui
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands through its contractor Goodfellow Bros. LLC, will begin roadway repairs in Kahikinui, Maui on Sept. 8, 2020.
One Dead, Vehicle Plunges 200 Feet Down Manawainui Gulch
An investigation is currently underway after a body was found within a vehicle at the bottom of a 200 foot drop-off in the area of Manawainui Gulch in East Maui this morning.
Special Chronicles Importance of Native Forests
A one-hour documentary, Forests for Life, chronicles the life-giving importance of Hawai‘i’s native forests. It is set to debut this Friday, Jan. 18.
Human Remains Discovered in Kahikinui, Namauu Charged With 2nd Degree Murder
Unidentified human remains were discovered in the Kahikinui area of Maui. Justin Namauu was charged with the offense(s) of Murder in the Second Degree, Kidnapping, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and…
UPDATE: Police Investigate Alleged Shooting in Kanaio, Suspect Arrested
Maui police launched an investigation on Tuesday afternoon following an alleged shooting reported at a home in the Kanaio area of East Maui.
The Kahikinui Project on Maui Launches Kickstarter Campaign
The project aims to utilize over 500,000 pounds of truly wild protein that need to be removed in order for restoration to be successful.
One-Lane Road Closures in Kaupō Through Sept. 1
Traffic closures on the Piʻilani Highway in Kaupō for pavement preservation work have switched to one-lane, rather than full closures.
