12:30 p.m. Update: County of Maui Hurricane Nolo Update

Hurricane Nolo continues on its forecast track south of the Hawaiian Islands, which remains favorable for Maui County. The potential for significant impacts has decreased, but Maui County remains under a Tropical Storm Watch, Flood Watch and High Surf Advisory, and residents should remain vigilant as conditions can change.

The primary concern for Maui County is strong winds, with tropical storm-force winds expected as Nolo passes south of the state. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor items and avoid outdoor burning while strong winds persist. Heavy rainfall, flooding and hazardous surf also remain possible, with East Maui continuing to have the greatest potential for rainfall impacts, according to the National Weather Service.

Nolo is forecast to continue westward through the weekend, with its center remaining south of the Hawaiian Islands. While the storm’s current track is encouraging for Maui County, impacts can extend well beyond the center of the storm. County emergency officials will continue to closely monitor Nolo and any changes in its track or intensity.

Emergency Shelters on Standby

The County remains prepared to open shelters should weather conditions or impacts warrant. County and American Red Cross personnel and supplies have been pre-positioned so shelters can be activated if needed.

If shelters are opened, they will provide a safe gathering place from the elements and charging stations for personal electronic devices. Residents should bring their own bedding, food, drinking water, medications, charging cables and other essential items. Pets are allowed if they are in crates. The duration and amenities of shelters will depend on weather conditions.

Roadway Advisory

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is asking residents and visitors to exercise caution and avoid nonessential travel to East Maui on Hāna Highway, which is susceptible to fallen trees, rocks and flooding.

County Service Cancellations and Changes

Department of Transportation has suspended Maui Bus services today, Sept. 26, including Fixed Route, ADA Paratransit and Commuter service to West and South Maui. Commuter service to West and South Maui will remain suspended Sunday, Sept. 27. Fixed Route and ADA Paratransit service may resume later Sunday as conditions safely allow.

County-Sponsored Event Cancellation or Changes

• Office of the Mayor’s Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive, slated for Sept. 26-27, 2026, will be rescheduled.
• The War Memorial Gymnasium blessing, scheduled for Sept. 25, was canceled.

County Response

Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is actively coordinating with other County of Maui departments, as well as state and nongovernment partners, to respond to potential storm impacts. 

Mayor Richard Bissen on 9/24 signed an emergency proclamation ahead of impacts from Hurricane Nolo. The emergency proclamation authorizes the County of Maui to access state and federal assistance programs for potential impacts and temporarily streamlines County procedures so resources, personnel and services can be deployed quickly and efficiently to support emergency response and recovery.

General Safety Information

Residents are encouraged to:

• Review or update a family emergency plan.
• Assemble or replenish emergency supplies, including enough food, water, medications and essential items to last at least 14 days.
• Prepare an emergency go bag with essential items to take if evacuation becomes necessary.
• Secure important documents and know your evacuation zone if you live in a coastal or flood-prone area.
• Prepare your home by securing outdoor items, protecting windows if needed, and ensuring it is ready to withstand possible extended power outages.
• Sign up for MEMA Alerts and Genasys evacuation notifications by visiting https://mauicounty.gov/MEMA.

For the latest information, visit NWS in Honolulu at https://www.weather.gov/hfo/ and subscribe to Genasys and MEMA alerts athttps://mauicounty.gov/MEMA.