Provided: Dominick Del Vecchio
Toxic Debris From The Lahaina Fire Will Be Shipped To The Mainland
The contaminated waste includes a unique Hawaii building material made of sugarcane fiber and termite poison.
Ludwig Laab/Civil Beat/2021
Denby Fawcett: Show Respect For Lahaina By Restoring Its Once Lush Wetlands
It is too early to focus on rebuilding, but cultural advocates already see an opportunity to return to a Lahaina of the past.
Zeke Kalua/County of Maui/2023
Lawsuit: Water Official’s Removal Was Illegal
Two Maui residents are asking a court to return a former state water official to his previous job.
New Prefab Homes Are Arriving On Maui
A local group has transported 60 fold-up structures to use as temporary homes.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Maui Mayor Says 850 Still Missing After Deadly Fires
UPDATES: More than 1,285 people have been recovered safely, while the death toll rose to 115.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
DOE Opens Hotline For Maui Families And Staff Impacted By Wildfires
4 schools remain closed.
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Staff And Seniors Work To Get Lahaina’s School Year Back On Track
Affected pupils are going to need access to specialist counseling services, staff say.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Lahaina’s Large Immigrant Community Is Facing A Unique Struggle In The Fire’s Aftermath
Losing important documents is a real problem while fear and mistrust of government agencies has inhibited some from seeking aid, experts say.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2023
Make Your Voice Heard At This Week’s Maui County Council Session
The council has scheduled a meeting Tuesday that offers the public a chance to get involved in the daunting task of planning for the future.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Prayers And Donations: Maui Churches Fill Spiritual Needs Along With Aid
Religious leaders say it’s important to address mental health among parishioners, a trend that began during the pandemic.