#dead deer

Deer strike along busy Kaʻahumanu Ave.

The incident sheds light on the axis deer problem on Maui, as the animals push into populated areas in search of food and water.

Sen. DeCoite announces resources for Maui County residents facing axis deer issues

“My office has been getting more calls in the last week from concerned constituents wanting to know what is being done and who to call. I am grateful that the Governor has once again extended the Emergency Proclamation, and I am also anxiously awaiting his signature on my bill SB3179 that will bring funding and increased game management capabilities and resources to DOFAW,” said Senator Lynn DeCoite.

Gov. Ige Declares Maui County a Disaster Area Due to Drought Since March 2019

Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation today declaring the County of Maui, which has suffered under drought conditions since March 2019, a disaster area.

Wildlife Surveys Suggest Severe Drought Conditions on Moloka‘i Leading to Animal Starvation

State wildlife officials believe that severe drought conditions on Molokaʻi are to blame for recent instances of deer dying on the island.