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Posted on: August 9, 2023

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9/21/23 – MEMA leader Darryl Oliveira shares updates on first residential re-entry, pass pickup

Posted on: September 21, 2023

Live broadcasts of community meetings scheduled

Posted on: September 21, 2023

9/21 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 21, 2023

County of Maui Disaster Area RESIDENTIAL ZONE ANNOUNCEMENT

Posted on: September 20, 2023

Residential re-entry process to begin in disaster area

Posted on: September 20, 2023

9/20 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 20, 2023

Mayor Richard Bissen announces creation of Lahaina Advisory Team, community informational meeting

Posted on: September 19, 2023

09/19 County of Maui encourages local businesses to register for free listing on MauiNuiFirst.com

Posted on: September 19, 2023

County of Maui Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing in Kahului to open Saturday, September 23, b

Posted on: September 18, 2023
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Kahana Gateway Distribution Center: Stability and Hope for Maui Fire Victims

Posted on: September 16, 2023

County interim administrator of MEMA shares re-entry update

Posted on: September 13, 2023

Disaster Area Restrictions lifted for BUSINESS ZONES 5B, 5E

Posted on: September 13, 2023

09/12 New appointment process for Maui residents submitting DNA for identification of fire victims

Posted on: September 12, 2023

09/13 Sewer service inactive for many standing homes, businesses in fire-affected areas

Posted on: September 13, 2023

County of Maui Department of Agriculture hosting outreach event Tuesday

Posted on: September 15, 2023

09/12 Notice: Amended Unsafe Water Advisory for Upper Kula

Posted on: September 12, 2023

09/08 Mayor Richard Bissen shares video message on solemn day one month after wildfires started

Posted on: September 10, 2023

09/07 Family Assistance Center Transitioning, Moving to Lahaina Civic Center

Posted on: September 7, 2023

Darryl Oliveira shares re-entry update and launch of county’s Maui Recovers website

Posted on: September 6, 2023

09/06 County of Maui Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing Lahaina satellite office re-opening

Posted on: September 6, 2023

09/05 County of Maui restrictions lifted for Lahaina Gateway and Walgreens parcels in West Maui

Posted on: September 5, 2023

09/05 County of Maui Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing staff assisting with replacement ident

Posted on: September 5, 2023

09/09 Unsafe Water Advisory reminder for Upper Kula

Posted on: September 9, 2023

09/05 Solar shower bags available today for Upcountry residents in Unsafe Water Advisory areas

Posted on: September 5, 2023

Parks Planning Program information available to the public

Posted on: September 5, 2023

Hazardous material removal will set groundwork for Lahaina re-entry

Posted on: August 29, 2023

9/19 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 19, 2023

9/18 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 18, 2023

9/17 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 17, 2023

09/16 Maui Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: September 16, 2023

9/15 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 15, 2023

9/14 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 14, 2023

9/13 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 13, 2023

9/12 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 12, 2023

9/11 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 11, 2023

9/10 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 10, 2023

9/09 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 9, 2023

9/07 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 7, 2023

9/06 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 6, 2023

9/05 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 5, 2023

9/04 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 4, 2023

9/1 Updated FBI-validated list of names of individuals who remain unaccounted for

Posted on: September 2, 2023

8/26/23 - MAUI COUNTY OFFICIALS REMIND THE PUBLIC TO SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS

Posted on: August 27, 2023

Darryl Oliveira hired as interim director of Maui Emergency Management Agency

Posted on: August 25, 2023

Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher accommodations available for families displaced by Lahaina & Kula

Posted on: August 25, 2023

Maui County warns of scams related to collection of DNA samples

Posted on: August 23, 2023

8/29 County of Maui distributing more than 1,000 solar shower bags to Upcountry water stations; show

Posted on: August 29, 2023

8/25/2023 -- County of Maui Kahului Division of Motor Vehicles & Licensing to open Saturday, Augus

Posted on: August 25, 2023

County of Maui releases validated list of names of individuals who remain unaccounted for following

Posted on: August 24, 2023

Communities statewide to join in daylong vigil for healing for Maui on Friday, Sept. 1

Posted on: August 31, 2023

9/03 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 3, 2023

8/23/2023 — U.S. EPA begins hazardous waste removal work in Kula

Posted on: August 23, 2023

9/02 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 2, 2023

9/01 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: September 1, 2023

8/31 Mayor Richard Bissen shares a message to the people of Maui tonight on Akaku

Posted on: August 31, 2023

8/31 MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 31, 2023

8/30 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 30, 2023

8/29 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 29, 2023

8/28 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 28, 2023

8/27 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 27, 2023

8/26 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: August 26, 2023

8/25 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 25, 2023

8/24 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE

Posted on: August 24, 2023

8-24 County of Maui files lawsuit against HECO for civil damages caused by recent Maui fires

Posted on: August 24, 2023

8/23 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: August 23, 2023

8/23/2023 -- Statement on use of heavy machinery during search and recovery process

Posted on: August 23, 2023

County of Maui distribution sites will be transitioning locations, times, days, focus

Posted on: August 22, 2023

County of Maui provides update on individuals still unaccounted for

Posted on: August 22, 2023

President Biden visits Lahaina, meets with wildfire survivors and first responders

Posted on: August 21, 2023

American Red Cross provides update on status of shelters for wildfire disaster survivors

Posted on: August 20, 2023

County of Maui coordinating assistance to pets and animals impacted by wildfires

Posted on: August 19, 2023

Maui County providing mobile waste, hygiene facilities to community resiliency hubs

Posted on: August 19, 2023

8/22 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: August 22, 2023

8/21 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: August 21, 2023

Unsafe Water Advisory for Lahaina water system expanded

Posted on: August 19, 2023

Advising Caution Near Burn Area Hazards and Usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Posted on: August 18, 2023

Family Assistance Center moving to Kaanapali

Posted on: August 17, 2023

Disaster relief, lost document assistance available at federal resource fair Saturday, 8/19

Posted on: August 19, 2023

Mayor Bissen available to media at 4 p.m. today in West Maui

Posted on: August 18, 2023

County of Maui prepares for potential storm impacts from post-tropical cyclone Fernanda

Posted on: August 20, 2023

8/20 Maui County Wildfire Disaster Update

Posted on: August 20, 2023

8/18 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE AS OF 9:15 P.M.

Posted on: August 18, 2023

8/17 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE AS OF 9:15 P.M.

Posted on: August 17, 2023

Family Assistance Center open today for those seeking information about loved ones

Posted on: August 18, 2023

8/19 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update as of 7 p.m.

Posted on: August 19, 2023

MEMA Administrator Submits Resignation Effective Immediately

Posted on: August 17, 2023

Mayor Bissen announces property taxes will be waived for improved properties destroyed by Maui Wildf

Posted on: August 17, 2023

Wastewater disposal for private pumping trucks available on west side

Posted on: August 16, 2023

Clarification of first confirmed identifications of Maui Wildfire Disaster victims

Posted on: August 15, 2023

8/17 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update as of 10:20 AM

Posted on: August 17, 2023

8/15 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update as of 8:30 pm

Posted on: August 15, 2023

County releases first confirmed identifications of Maui Wildfire Disaster victims

Posted on: August 15, 2023

Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing opening Lahaina Satellite Office

Posted on: August 15, 2023

Governor Green announces opening of road to Lahaina

Posted on: August 15, 2023

8/15 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update as of 10 AM

Posted on: August 15, 2023

Family Assistance Center open for those seeking information about loved ones

Posted on: August 10, 2023

Maui Police Department suspends placard program for travel into West Maui

Posted on: August 14, 2023

Unsafe water advisory for Upper Kula and Lahaina areas includes new maps

Posted on: August 13, 2023

19 homes destroyed so far in Upcountry/Kula wildfire

Posted on: August 13, 2023

Free shuttle for Central Maui shelters starts Sunday

Posted on: August 12, 2023

Unsafe water advisory issued for Upper Kula and Lahaina areas affected by wildfires

Posted on: August 11, 2023

Lahaina, Pulehu and Upcountry Maui Fires, Update No. 22

Posted on: August 12, 2023

Pacific Disaster Center and the Federal Emergency Management Agency releases Fire Damage

Posted on: August 12, 2023

8/14 County of Maui Wildfire Disaster Update as of 9:20 a.m.

Posted on: August 14, 2023

8/14 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE AS OF 10 P.M.

Posted on: August 14, 2023

Lahaina fires update, 9 p.m.

Posted on: August 11, 2023

8/14 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRE DISASTER UPDATE AS OF 9:45 P.M.

Posted on: August 13, 2023

Lahaina, Pulehu and Upcountry Maui Fires Combined Update, 3 p.m.

Posted on: August 11, 2023

8/13 COUNTY OF MAUI WILDFIRES UPDATE AS OF 3 P.M.

Posted on: August 13, 2023

Access to West Maui resumes at 12 noon today

Posted on: August 11, 2023

67 fatalities confirmed amid active Lahaina fire

Posted on: August 11, 2023

Lahaina, Pulehu and Upcountry Maui Fires Update No. 21, 2 p.m.

Posted on: August 12, 2023

Lahaina, Pulehu and Upcountry Maui Fires Update No. 20, 2:05 a.m.

Posted on: August 12, 2023

Lahaina, Pulehu and Upcountry Maui Fires Update No. 18, 2:45 a.m.

Posted on: August 11, 2023

Lahaina fire reported 80 percent contained, progress reported in firefighting effort

Posted on: August 10, 2023

Residents and visitors in West Maui impacted by fire to be transported to Kahului Airport or shelter

Posted on: August 10, 2023

Two additional shelters opened in Central Maui

Posted on: August 10, 2023

Mayor Bissen offers a public message in light of recent tragedies

Posted on: August 10, 2023

55 fatalities confirmed amid active Lahaina fire

Posted on: August 10, 2023

53 fatalities confirmed amid active Lahaina fire

Posted on: August 10, 2023

As Lahaina firefighting continues, 36 total fatalities have been discovered

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Donations for Maui residents affected by fires being accepted online

Posted on: August 9, 2023

West Maui visitors advised to leave Lahaina and Maui; airlines reporting open flights

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Search and rescue team bolsters efforts in Lahaina

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Six fatalities discovered today amid active Lahaina fire

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Firefighting effort continuing in West Maui, Pulehu and Upcountry

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Maui Bus & Human Service Transportation services suspension

Posted on: August 9, 2023
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Lahaina and Upcountry Maui Fires Combined Update No. 3, 12:40 p.m.

Posted on: August 9, 2023

Mayor Bissen issues emergency proclamation in response to fires

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Multiple evacuations in place for Lahaina and Upcountry Maui fires

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Lahaina fire flareup forces Lahaina Bypass road closure; shelter in place encouraged

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Fire Department calling for immediate evacuation of Kulalani Drive and Circle subdivision

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Fire Department advising immediate proactive evacuation of residents of Pi`iholo and Olinda roads

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Public is reminded to exercise caution due to downed power lines and trees

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Fire crews remain on scene of Kula brush fire; area burned estimated at 675 acres

Posted on: August 8, 2023

Brush fire in Kula causes evacuation of residents early this morning

Posted on: August 8, 2023

County tennis court vandalized to accommodate pickleball use

Posted on: August 3, 2023
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County purchases David K. Trask Jr. building for $3.8M

Posted on: August 1, 2023

Roadway along rural Alelele Point reopened Tuesday

Posted on: July 25, 2023
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Limited access for residents via rural Alelele Point starting at 5:30 p.m. today

Posted on: July 11, 2023
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New County of Maui hotline for missed trash pickups launched

Posted on: July 5, 2023

County of Maui awarded $25 million federal grant to help fund Kihei North-South Collector Road

Posted on: June 30, 2023

Olowalu brush fire 80 percent contained, fire crews continue work to secure perimeter

Posted on: June 28, 2023

West Maui motorists advised to drive with caution as fire crews work to contain blaze

Posted on: June 27, 2023
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July 6 meeting seeks Moloka?i feedback for creation of wetlands map

Posted on: June 27, 2023
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Keopuolani Regional Park reopens lower fields and walkways after damaged field lights removed

Posted on: June 26, 2023
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Mayor Richard Bissen meets with Hawai`i congressional delegation, attends Hawai?i on the Hill in Was

Posted on: June 16, 2023

Emergency slope scaling starts at Alelele Point area; about 150 cubic yards of rock and soil debris

Posted on: June 14, 2023

Lahaina Recreation Center playground closed until further notice due to damaged playground surface

Posted on: June 9, 2023
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Mayor Richard Bissen signs into law $1.07 billion Fiscal Year 2024 budget

Posted on: June 8, 2023
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New Maui Nui Strong program connects residents, businesses, visitors

Posted on: June 7, 2023

More than 100 attend community meetings on Alelele rockfall project; work expected to take 3 weeks

Posted on: June 6, 2023

Hana Metals Recycling Event slated June 16-17 in East Maui

Posted on: June 2, 2023
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Cynthia Razo-Porter sworn in as County of Maui Director of Personnel Services

Posted on: May 31, 2023

Maui County wetlands map will help mitigate flooding, protect environment

Posted on: May 12, 2023

County increases salaries for seasonal workers to assist with summer recruitment for PALs program

Posted on: May 12, 2023

Concrete barriers, electronic signs set up after rockfall forces East Maui road closure

Posted on: May 11, 2023

Want to help your community in an emergency? Volunteer with CERT

Posted on: May 3, 2023
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Mauliola Pharmacy in Wailuku offering free COVID-19 antibody testing

Posted on: April 25, 2023
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2023 Maui County Volunteer Heroes recognized for 'giving back’

Posted on: April 19, 2023

County of Maui soliciting applications for Economic Diversification grants

Posted on: March 13, 2023

County of Maui’s PARK MAUI to hold Lahaina open house

Posted on: March 13, 2023

Baldwin Beach Park to be closed Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 for removal of crownless pal

Posted on: March 13, 2023

Nominations sought for 2023 Outstanding Older Americans in Maui County Awards

Posted on: March 13, 2023

Kealaloa Avenue to be closed from Hanamu Road to Haleakala Highway for road repairs March 14 to 17

Posted on: March 7, 2023
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Mayor Richard Bissen launches Holomua Kakou; Moloka'i Community Talk Story first scheduled

Posted on: March 3, 2023
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Road closures on Vineyard Street and Church Street in Wailuku to begin Tuesday, March 7 for paving

Posted on: March 3, 2023

County of Maui soliciting grant applications for new Green Grants Program

Posted on: February 28, 2023

Waiehu Municipal Golf Course to begin pilot online reservations program, March 15

Posted on: February 28, 2023

Work on traffic signal to be done Tuesday at intersection of Wakea Avenue and Ho'ohana Street

Posted on: February 27, 2023

Kulanihako'i Street to be closed at Pi'ilani Highway for Construction

Posted on: February 24, 2023

Hana Metals Collection and Recycling Event set for March 17 and 18

Posted on: February 24, 2023

Mayor Bissen Issues Statement on Incident Involving Grounded Private Yacht at Honolua Bay

Posted on: February 21, 2023
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County of Maui issues emergency permit to address vessel grounded on reef at Honolua Bay

Posted on: February 21, 2023

Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. Honors Engineers With Proclamation

Posted on: February 20, 2023

Public Urged to Prepare for Storm, Department of Water Supply Requests Water Conservation

Posted on: February 16, 2023

Public Advised to Monitor Weather Conditions in Light of Flash Flood Watch

Posted on: February 15, 2023

Water service to be affected overnight Wednesday, Feb.15 for part of Kehalani at Koa subdivision

Posted on: February 14, 2023
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Kaunoa Senior Services Announces Virtual Classes in March

Posted on: February 13, 2023

County of Maui Department of Motor Vehicles and Licensing Kihei Satellite Office To Temporarily Open

Posted on: February 10, 2023

Fire Chief Brad Ventura & Mayor Bissen offer statements on the passing of Tre' Evans-Dumaran

Posted on: February 4, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we offer news of firefighter Tre’ Evans-Dumaran

Posted on: February 4, 2023
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Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. visits site of diesel fuel spill at Haleakala

Posted on: February 2, 2023
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County of Maui Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Posted on: February 1, 2023

County of Maui assesses athletic fields, parks after flooding

Posted on: January 30, 2023

County of Maui Provides Update on Status of Firefighter Injured in Storm Drain

Posted on: January 30, 2023

Second Installment of Real Property Tax Bills Due February 21

Posted on: January 30, 2023

Multiple Closures, Public Works Clearing Roadways, Residents & Visitors Advised to Exercise Caution

Posted on: January 29, 2023

Lahaina Bypass is completely open

Posted on: January 28, 2023

Emergency shelter on Molokai scheduled to close

Posted on: January 28, 2023

Emergency shelter opens on Molokai, Maui County under flood watch

Posted on: January 28, 2023

Flash flood warning updates: road closures, park closures and facility closures

Posted on: January 27, 2023

NWS extends flash flood warning for the Island of Maui until 7 p.m.

Posted on: January 27, 2023

NWS issues flash flood warning for the Island of Maui until 4 p.m.

Posted on: January 27, 2023

Fourth Friday in Kihei Canceled Due to Weather

Posted on: January 27, 2023
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County of Maui hosts Chinese New Year Lion Dance on Friday at Kalana O Maui County Building

Posted on: January 25, 2023

County of Maui Issues Statement on Incident at Kalana O Maui This Morning

Posted on: January 25, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services announces February virtual classes for seniors

Posted on: January 23, 2023

Ho'okipa Beach Park and Baldwin Beach Park closed due to high surf

Posted on: January 22, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services seeking volunteers for Meals on Wheels program

Posted on: January 20, 2023

Work on County of Maui's water system to affect water service for some Pukalani customers

Posted on: January 18, 2023

County of Maui ocean safety officers make two rescues as NWS extends high surf warning

Posted on: January 12, 2023

County of Maui reopens beach parks; Ocean Safety Officers conduct multiple rescues

Posted on: January 11, 2023

Kuau Bay Beach Park closed today, Baldwin Beach Park and Ho`okipa Beach Park remain closed

Posted on: January 11, 2023

Baldwin Beach Park and Ho'okipa Beach Park to close Wednesday

Posted on: January 10, 2023

NWS is forecasting that an extra-large north-northwest swell will impact the state starting Tuesday

Posted on: January 9, 2023