#sea level rise maui

12 Maui beaches face high vulnerability to coastal threats from sea-level rise

Three beach parks in West Maui–Launiupoko, Ukumehame, and Wahikuli Wayside Park–had the lowest adaptation potential to withstand impacts of sea level rise, based on five indicators of vulnerability.

Residents plan legal action to halt controversial Kā‘anapali Beach restoration plan

West Maui residents said they are pursuing legal action and other measures to halt a beach restoration plan at Kāʻanapali Beach that they say is riddled with negative environmental and cultural impacts.

Public Meeting on Sea Level Rise in Kaunakakai, Sept. 12

Rising sea levels will increase the occurrence and severity of coastal erosion and flooding, threatening coastal communities along low-lying shores.