#storm recovery
FEMA reminds residents impacted by Kona Low that help continues after registration deadline
The deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance for the March 10–24, 2026 Kona Low flooding has passed. However, FEMA and its partners want impacted residents in the City and County of Honolulu, and Hawaiʻi and Maui counties to know that support continues and, in some circumstances, late applications may still be considered.
After storm repairs, Ukumehame Firing Range is set to reopen on Friday
After repairs to storm-damaged berms and surrounding areas, the Ukumehame Firing Range will reopen on Friday, June 5, 2026, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
New dates and locations added for FEMA and SBA in-person support for recovery from Kona Low storms
Survivors of the March 10–24, 2026 Kona Low flooding in the City and County of Honolulu, as well as Hawaiʻi and Maui counties can receive in-person assistance from FEMA and the US Small Business Administration at Local Recovery Centers operated by state, local and nonprofit partners. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2026.
South Maui Informational Community Meeting to offer updates on Kona Low storm recovery efforts, May 27
Residents and business owners are invited to attend an informational community meeting on the Kona Low storm recovery efforts on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Malcolm Center, Council Member Tom Cook announced.
Storm repair work temporarily paused on section of South Kīhei Road; Daytime closures resume May 28
Storm repair work is temporarily paused on South Kīhei Road between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street pending the delivery of materials, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works Highways Division.
Federal disaster aid available for Kona storm victims on Maui; deadlines approaching
County officials are urging residents and business owners affected by March’s Kona low storms to take advantage of federal disaster assistance programs before key application deadlines pass.
Schatz details impact from kona low storms, urges long-term support for recovery
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) spoke on the Senate floor about last month’s kona low storms which produced continuous flooding and resulted in widespread damage across Hawai‘i.
Closure revised for section of South Kīhei Road undergoing storm repair work
Following significant progress in storm repair work while South Kīhei Road was closed between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street since last week, the County Department of Public Works (DPW) Highways Division is planning to open both lanes of South Kīhei Road during nonworking hours.
County of Maui Planning Department highlights emergency activities temporarily allowed in SMA
County of Maui Department of Planning is informing property owners and residents within the Special Management Area (SMA) throughout Maui County of limited activities that are permissible due to the state’s emergency proclamation tied to the current and recent storms.
Maui Visitor Industry donates pizza and toiletries to storm impacted residents
More than 120 storm impacted residents attended the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association’s giveaway event at The Hampton Inn & Suites, Tuesday.
Portion of South Kīhei Road to be closed for Kona storm repairs starting Wednesday
South Kīhei Road will be closed between North Kīhei Road and Ohukai Road starting at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 8, and continuing through April 15, 2026, to repair damage from recent kona storms, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works.
Kanu Hawaiʻi issues urgent call for volunteers as funding cuts put strain on nonprofits
Kanu Hawaiʻi is urging businesses, community groups, and individuals statewide to take proactive steps now to prepare for Volunteer Month in April.
Upcountry community meeting on Kona storm impacts draws 100+ attendees
The Upcountry community meeting Thursday hosted by Mayor Richard Bissen to discuss the impacts of the recent Kona storms drew more than 100 attendees.
Island Energy Services challenges Hawaiʻi customers to help raise $100,000 for American Red Cross disaster relief
Island Energy Services has increased its American Red Cross fundraising match from $20,000 to $50,000, with a goal of raising a combined $100,000 for disaster relief efforts across Hawaiʻi.
The Salvation Army and Southwest Airlines join forces to uplift Hawaiʻi communities facing flood recovery
As The Salvation Army’s services at local distribution hubs shift from immediate emergency response to recovery—Southwest Airlines is flying in pallets of supplies and donating $10,000 towards the nonprofit’s flood relief work. Southwest offers support that will immediately infuse The Salvations Army’s on-the-ground effort to provide direct financial assistance and need-aligned essentials for local families.
State Highways recovery efforts following the kona low pressure storm
On Maui and Moloka‘i crews are continuing to clear debris and mud from roads; clearing drains and culverts; filling potholes; inspecting roadways; inspecting bridges and culverts; inspecting rock embankments; checking outlet structures and embankments; identifying damaged guardrails; clearing debris from Ukumehame Stream Bridge; removing hazardous trees; troubleshooting traffic signals.
