Disasters

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June 21, 2024 LAHAINA, MAUI – In a continued effort to support the 200 households (more than 500 individuals) currently residing in Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) hotels, the NCS program has been extended until June 30, 2024. This extension underscores the…

May 23, 2024 LAHAINA, MAUI – The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) and Community Resource Center (CRC) will continue to serve the public through June 30, 2024. This extension reflects the state’s commitment to providing ongoing support and resources to those…

May 20, 2024 LAHAINA, MAUI – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) current extension for the Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) Program is now set for June 10, 2024. On May 31, 2024, the state of Hawaiʻi will cease its feeding operations…

May 10, 2024 LAHAINA, MAUI – We are pleased to announce that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved the State of Hawaiʻi’s request for a final 30-day extension of the temporary emergency Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) program, which has…

April 29, 2024 HONOLULU – The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) at Lahaina’s Civic Center Gymnasium, a vital resource for those affected by the recent wildfire tragedy, has officially closed its doors. The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) expresses deep gratitude…

The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) recognizes the various struggles survivors may encounter while rebuilding their lives, such as understanding eligibility for assistance and transitioning out of temporary accommodations. HI-EMA is committed to offering support to survivors during these challenges.…

 March 14, 2024 HONOLULU - Households in Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) were initially part of the response efforts following the Maui wildfires. The state is now prioritizing the urgent transition of individuals and families out of NCS and into more permanent…

February 28, 2024 LAHAINA - The community of Maui is coming together to support individuals who have been displaced by the recent Maui wildfires. In an effort to provide housing for those who have lost their homes, the Hawaiʻi Emergency…

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Governor Green Issues Seventh Proclamation Relating to Wildfires

For Immediate Release: September 8, 2023                                                                     …

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Governor Issues Second Proclamation Relating to Wildfires

Governor Issues Emergency Proclamation Relating to Wildfires

Gov. Green Issues Eighth Emergency Proclamation Relating to Axis Deer

Sixth Proclamation Relating to Axis Deer

Sixth Emergency Proclamation Related to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Tuesday, January 3, 2023 Release No. 2023-001 HONOLULU — A team of State and federal emergency management workers will travel to Hawai‘i island this week to inspect damages and impacts caused by the recent eruption of Mauna Loa. The team…

Friday, December 16, 2022 Release No. 2022-050 HONOLULU — With the Mauna Loa volcanic eruption paused, the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) is recalling its teams deployed to Hawai‘i island and shifted its efforts to compiling damage and impact estimates…

Friday, December 2, 2022 Release No. 2022-049 HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) has deployed a team to Hilo to assist with the County’s emergency response to the volcanic eruption of Mauna Loa. At the same time, HI-EMA…