Funds to help University of Hawaiʻi students, faculty and staff impacted by Maui wildfires
UH Foundation has set up several funds to benefit students, faculty and staff, and another to support the meals being made at Maui College for evacuees and first responders.
Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi working to meet critical needs in wake of Maui wildfire disaster
Serving Hawai‘i for over 75 years, Catholic Charities Hawai‘i has provided aid to local residents of all faiths and cultures in previous disasters such as Hurricane Iniki, the recent Kīlauea eruptions, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We will be there again during this time of great need,” said CEO and president Rob Van Tassell.
Just 8 days before Maui fires, federal disaster assistance dollar limits raised significantly
Just eight days before the wildfires on Maui struck, the dollar limits on federal disaster assistance loans to repair and replace primary homes and to reimburse for the destroyed contents of homes, personal effects and cars — including those of renters — was dramatically increased.
Sentry Insurance announces support for Maui wildfire relief, offers employee match
In response to the devastating wildfires in Lahaina, Hawaiʻi and throughout Maui, Sentry Insurance today announced an initial contribution of $275,000 for immediate relief and recovery.
Tropical Storm Greg not expected to impact Maui or hinder recovery efforts
Tropical Storm Greg will pass well south of the Hawaiian Islands, just like Category 4 Hurricane Dora did, but Greg will not bring conditions conducive for wildfires or hamper Maui recovery efforts.
Spectrum opens out-of-home WiFi access points across Hawaiʻi to aid in wildfire response
Charter Communications has opened more than 8,000 Spectrum Out-of-Home WiFi access points across Hawaiʻi to aid the Maui wildfire response. In addition, Charter is providing free unlimited Spectrum WiFi access at four venues serving as community resource centers: War Memorial Gymnasium, Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center, War Memorial Stadium, and Iron Maehara Stadium.
Medical options offered for West Maui community
There are now at least three different providers actively aiding in Medical response to the needs of those in the West Maui community.
Upcountry Updates: Fire about 60% contained; shelter open; water unsafe in impacted areas
Firefighters continue to battle the Upcountry/Kula fire that was about 60% contained as of Sunday evening. The water is unsafe to drink or cook with in the impacted areas.
First of 32 generators arrive at a FEMA staging area to support Maui wildfire response
The first of 32 generators have arrived at a FEMA staging area to support the ongoing response to wildfires on Maui. Other supplies that have arrive include meals and blankets. More commodities and supplies are arriving via the port.
Blue Hawaiian shifts operations from tourism to aiding Maui community devastated by wildfires
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters has shifted its operations from tourism to supporting disaster relief efforts in the areas devastated by the wildfires in Lahaina.
Maui wildfire updates for Aug. 14: Placard system SUSPENDED; deaths rise to 99 souls
Wildfire updates for Monday Aug. 14 are posted: HERE.
Maui Prep seeks to enroll West Maui students
Maui Prep would like to accommodate students who are looking to return to school this year
Unsafe water advisory for Upper Kula and Lahaina areas includes new maps
For residents in Lahaina and Upper Kula areas, maps of affected areas in Upcountry and in Lahaina were recently released on the county Department of Water Supply website.
Gov. Green issues 5th Emergency Proclamation relating to wildfires
Governor Josh Green, M.D., returned from Maui today and issued the fifth Emergency Proclamation (EP) relating to the ongoing devastation created by the wildfires on Maui and in Hawaiʻi Counties.
Kamehameha Schools Maui campus and preschools reopen this week
The extended closure and phased return schedule will help prepare kumu, haumāna and families to transition back to school while still allowing for household and community needs to be addressed during this immediate crisis.
Superintendent Hayashi provides update to Maui staff and families impacted by wildfires
The DOE is reopening most Maui schools this week, welcoming employee teams on Monday and students on Wednesday.
King Kekaulike High, Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary, Lahaina Intermediate and Lahainaluna High remain closed and will reopen when it is safe to return. King Kamehameha III Elementary on Front Street was damaged beyond repair.
Students and families who were displaced by the fires and are living outside of Lahaina, they are encouraged to enroll in the neighborhood school where they are staying, even if the housing situation is temporary.
Kaiser to open Lahaina services Aug. 14
Starting Monday, Aug. 14, Kaiser Permanente will be providing medical services to members and non members at several locations in Lahaina.
Gov. Josh Green provides Maui Wildfire update for Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023
Video message from Gov. Josh Green for Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023
UPDATE/SUSPENDING West Maui Access Placard launch until further notice
Due to the overwhelming demand from non-essential individuals and non-Maui residents who have flooded the distribution areas Maui police are suspending the placard program until further notice. They will continue with essential workers and West Maui residents as before.
Mental health, counseling available for people impacted by the Maui fires
There are several ways for people impacted by the Maui fires to get mental health help, counseling and resilience information.
