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Tourist Sarah Adams said she could not “morally or ethically” stay on Maui any longer knowing that she would be using resources that were needed by residents.

More than 140 people were evacuated on Tuesday from the Westside Center shelter operated by Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers. Of those evacuated, over 25 were taken by KHAKO staff to the Wailuku shelter for emergency housing. 

The wildfires on Maui have resulted in various business and facility closures, as well as event cancellations. Find our comprehensive list HERE, which is updated regularly.

The Department of Water Supply reports that customers along Olinda Road and Piʻiholo Road may experience low/no water pressure on Aug. 9, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. while work is conducted to replace a meter.

Acting Governor Sylvia Luke, acting on behalf of Governor Josh Green, M.D., issued an emergency proclamation relating to wildfires in Maui and Hawaiʻi Counties that are being fueled by Hurricane Dora, churning far south of the islands.

Update: 5:33 p.m., Aug. 9, 2023. Honoapiʻilani Highway is open for South Bound Traffic ONLY exiting Lahaina. Honoapiʻilani Highways is open from Kāʻanapali Parkway, up Keawe and onto the Lahaina bypass exiting Lahaina.

The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center launches its exhibit of “One Puka-Puka: The Purple Heart Battalion,” at the center located at 665 Kahului Beach Road. The free exhibit is by appointment only, Monday through Saturday. To schedule a viewing, call the center at 808-244-6862.

HIDOE’s four public school campuses in Lāhainā will remain shut down for an additional week, through Friday, Aug. 18.

Update: 12 p.m., Aug. 9, 2023. Hawaiian Electric is asking for continued patience from affected West Maui and Upcountry customers without power and for affected customers to plan for extended outages as access to many impacted areas is limited due to safety and emergency response concerns.

Funding has been secured for the third and final phase of the Hale O Piʻikea affordable, mixed-use rental housing community in Kīhei. The 223-unit development aims to provide quality, affordable housing options for individuals and families at or below 60% of the Area Median Income.

Update: 10 p.m., Aug. 9, 2023. As firefighting efforts continue, 36 fatalities have been discovered today amid the active Lahaina fire. The 36 total includes the six deaths reported earlier today.

A Molokaʻi home was destroyed by fire on Monday, and two neighboring residences were damaged, displacing a total of three people.

Kamehameha V Highway on Molokaʻi is closed between Mile 8.5 and 10 due to two utility poles knocked down from high winds. There is no estimated time on when the road will reopen.

An afternoon brush fire along Baldwin Avenue burned a total of 7 acres before being brought under control Monday.

The Live Like Tre’ Foundation announced the launch of its scholarship program in memory of Tre’ Evans-Dumaran, whose life was cut short while serving the community as a firefighter on Maui.

The Hulihia Center for Sustainable Systems seeks community input on advancing the sustainable development of tourism across Maui Nui. Join the Hulihia team next Tuesday, Aug. 15, from 4-6 p.m. at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College in the Student Lounge.

Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is seeking applications for the Conservation Leadership Development Program. Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by Sept. 8, 2023. 

The Construction Industry of Maui hosts its Inaugural Golf Tournament to raise funds for Maui County High School Construction Vocational programs. All proceeds will go to Maui County High School Construction Vocational programs for students pursuing a trade career.

The Office of Economic Development, Grants Review Committee and Mayor Richard Bissen, have approved funding in the amount of $74,704 for Ka Lima O Maui, a nonprofit which is the largest employer of persons with disabilities in Maui County.

Montage Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Robert Friedl as general manager of Montage Kapalua Bay. In his new capacity, Friedl will be responsible for all the daily operations of the luxury beachfront resort.