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Via @mauicountyofficeofrecovery For preliminary information on State temporary shelter options for individuals and families displaced by the March Kona storms, visit the HEIMA webpage:
https://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/preliminary-information-on-temporary-housing/
Via @mauicountyofficeofrecovery For preliminary information on State temporary shelter options for individuals and families displaced by the March Kona storms, visit the HEIMA webpage:
https://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/preliminary-information-on-temporary-housing/
Via @countyofmaui Mayor Richard Bissen will hold a community meeting at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mitchell Pauole Community Center in Kaunakakai for Moloka’i residents to discuss impacts of the recent Kona storms and severe weather in their area. County staff will attend to provide response updates, help address questions from residents and hear directly from the community. To learn more and to help, please visit the link in our bio section. For more information, call Public Affairs at (808) 270-7855.
Via @countyofmaui Mayor Richard Bissen will hold a community meeting at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mitchell Pauole Community Center in Kaunakakai for Moloka’i residents to discuss impacts of the recent Kona storms and severe weather in their area. County staff will attend to provide response updates, help address questions from residents and hear directly from the community. To learn more and to help, please visit the link in our bio section. For more information, call Public Affairs at (808) 270-7855.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Temporary
Housing Options for Individuals and Families Displaced by the Kona Low Storms.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Temporary
Housing Options for Individuals and Families Displaced by the Kona Low Storms.
As the islands of Hawaii prepare for their 3rd Kona Low, GEM Hawai’i Pacific team remains vigilant while monitoring the incoming weather system. We encourage everyone to stay safe and take action to avoid driving through dangerous and swift flood waters. Stay tuned to local and state officials for official updates and information regarding this new potentially severe weather event. To learn more, and how you can help please visit the link in our bio section. #hawaii #floods #konalow or visit GEM.org
As the islands of Hawaii prepare for their 3rd Kona Low, GEM Hawai’i Pacific team remains vigilant while monitoring the incoming weather system. We encourage everyone to stay safe and take action to avoid driving through dangerous and swift flood waters. Stay tuned to local and state officials for official updates and information regarding this new potentially severe weather event. To learn more, and how you can help please visit the link in our bio section. #hawaii #floods #konalow or visit GEM.org
Be prepared as the 3rd Kona Low approaches today. Stay tuned for alerts.
Be prepared as the 3rd Kona Low approaches today. Stay tuned for alerts.
GEM Hawaii Pacific is standing by and assessing damage caused by the ongoing catastrophic flooding in Maui County. Rains are forecast to continue throughout the weekend. GEM will be identifying immediate needs.
Follow instructions from @countyofmaui and @maui_ema officials and stay informed. Flood evacuations need only to move to higher ground in your area; moving short distances to nearby shelters or nearby higher ground out of flood zones will prevent being stuck on fragile or crowded roadways. To learn more, and how you can help visit the link in our bio, or at https://give.gem.org/campaign/781951/donate. Or visit GEM Official website at www.GEM.org #hawaii #maui #flood #flooding
GEM Hawaii Pacific is standing by and assessing damage caused by the ongoing catastrophic flooding in Maui County. Rains are forecast to continue throughout the weekend. GEM will be identifying immediate needs.
Follow instructions from @countyofmaui and @maui_ema officials and stay informed. Flood evacuations need only to move to higher ground in your area; moving short distances to nearby shelters or nearby higher ground out of flood zones will prevent being stuck on fragile or crowded roadways. To learn more, and how you can help visit the link in our bio, or at https://give.gem.org/campaign/781951/donate. Or visit GEM Official website at www.GEM.org #hawaii #maui #flood #flooding
Repost via @maui_ema Maui Emergency Management Agency Administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett urges the community — especially residents in flood-prone areas — to prepare for a second kona storm. Download the Genasys app for evacuation advisories and road information. Visit Mauicounty.gov/mema @countyofmaui
Repost via @maui_ema Maui Emergency Management Agency Administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett urges the community — especially residents in flood-prone areas — to prepare for a second kona storm. Download the Genasys app for evacuation advisories and road information. Visit Mauicounty.gov/mema @countyofmaui
Repost via @countyofmaui @maui_ema County of Maui officials are urging residents to prepare for a second kona low storm that is expected to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to Maui County - less than a week after a powerful, prolonged kona storm caused widespread flooding and strong wind.
Meanwhile, County departments are taking steps to prepare while responding to existing damages.
The new kona storm will not be as strong as last week’s storm, according to National Weather Service (NWS).
However, with the ground already saturated from recent flooding, the threat increases for potential flash flooding and landslides. A NWS flood watch goes into effect at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, until 6 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2026, for Maui, Moloka’i, O’ahu and Hawai’i island.
Several rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall are anticipated, according to NWS, and the heaviest rain is expected Friday night through Saturday.
Maui received the highest rainfall totals in the state from the recent kona storm, and wind speeds were secon highest in the state, according to NWS data. Flooding and wind severely damaged portions of South Maui, ‘lao, Upper Kula, East Maui and Lahaina.
“We know this has been an incredibly difficult time for so many in our community, and the recent kona storm brought another overwhelming layer of loss and disruption. County crews are working around the clock to respond, and please know you are not alone as we get through this together, one step at a time. As we approach this lesser kona storm, we encourage you to take extra steps to prepare your loved ones and your homes, especially because we are still responding to impacts from the recent kona storm.”
Repost via @countyofmaui @maui_ema County of Maui officials are urging residents to prepare for a second kona low storm that is expected to bring moderate to heavy rainfall to Maui County - less than a week after a powerful, prolonged kona storm caused widespread flooding and strong wind.
Meanwhile, County departments are taking steps to prepare while responding to existing damages.
The new kona storm will not be as strong as last week’s storm, according to National Weather Service (NWS).
However, with the ground already saturated from recent flooding, the threat increases for potential flash flooding and landslides. A NWS flood watch goes into effect at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, until 6 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2026, for Maui, Moloka’i, O’ahu and Hawai’i island.
Several rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall are anticipated, according to NWS, and the heaviest rain is expected Friday night through Saturday.
Maui received the highest rainfall totals in the state from the recent kona storm, and wind speeds were secon highest in the state, according to NWS data. Flooding and wind severely damaged portions of South Maui, ‘lao, Upper Kula, East Maui and Lahaina.
“We know this has been an incredibly difficult time for so many in our community, and the recent kona storm brought another overwhelming layer of loss and disruption. County crews are working around the clock to respond, and please know you are not alone as we get through this together, one step at a time. As we approach this lesser kona storm, we encourage you to take extra steps to prepare your loved ones and your homes, especially because we are still responding to impacts from the recent kona storm.”
Meeting survivors where they are.
As part of our continued Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP) outreach, teams from the DHS DCMP partner organizations recently went into the community to connect directly with wildfire survivors.
Instead of asking survivors to come to us, our teams are visiting homes and neighborhoods, making sure those with disabilities, transportation challenges, or other barriers can still access the support they need.
This coordinated outreach ensures no one is left behind in Maui’s recovery.
Mahalo to all the case managers and partner organizations working together to serve our community.
#MauiRecovery #MauiStrong #DisasterCaseManagement #CommunityOutreach #WildfireRecovery
Meeting survivors where they are.
As part of our continued Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP) outreach, teams from the DHS DCMP partner organizations recently went into the community to connect directly with wildfire survivors.
Instead of asking survivors to come to us, our teams are visiting homes and neighborhoods, making sure those with disabilities, transportation challenges, or other barriers can still access the support they need.
This coordinated outreach ensures no one is left behind in Maui’s recovery.
Mahalo to all the case managers and partner organizations working together to serve our community.
#MauiRecovery #MauiStrong #DisasterCaseManagement #CommunityOutreach #WildfireRecovery
Training the teams supporting Maui’s recovery.
GEM recently hosted a Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP) training in Maui, bringing together case managers and supervisors from four community-based organizations working directly with wildfire survivors.
As the lead support organization for the DHS DCMP, GEM coordinated trainings with partners including FEMA, MEO, and others, covering housing support, construction cost analysis for rebuilding, and best practices for helping families navigate recovery.
Strong coordination means stronger support for survivors.
Mahalo to all the case managers and partners working every day to help Maui families rebuild. To learn more visit GEM.org #MauiStrong #MauiRecovery #DisasterCaseManagement #WildfireRecovery #HousingSupport
Training the teams supporting Maui’s recovery.
GEM recently hosted a Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP) training in Maui, bringing together case managers and supervisors from four community-based organizations working directly with wildfire survivors.
As the lead support organization for the DHS DCMP, GEM coordinated trainings with partners including FEMA, MEO, and others, covering housing support, construction cost analysis for rebuilding, and best practices for helping families navigate recovery.
Strong coordination means stronger support for survivors.
Mahalo to all the case managers and partners working every day to help Maui families rebuild. To learn more visit GEM.org #MauiStrong #MauiRecovery #DisasterCaseManagement #WildfireRecovery #HousingSupport
Lāhainā ʻOhana Gingerbread Decorating
This past holiday day season, GEM Hawaiʻi was honored to organize and produce three free community gingerbread decorating events across West Maui, creating safe, joyful, and family-centered spaces for connection during the holiday season.
Thanks to the generous support of Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, we were able to:
* Serve 300+ community members
* Host events at 3 locations
* Distribute $1,000+ in gift cards and raffle prizes
* Provide every family with a gingerbread house & decorating kit
From the YMCA West Side Resource Center, to a pop-up event at Lāhainā Jodo Mission, to Ka Laʻi Ola housing community—each gathering reinforced belonging, creativity, and collective healing through shared celebration.
Mahalo to our partners, volunteers, and families who made these moments of joy possible. @olamaui @kalaiola @lahainaymca @homeaidhawaii @hawaiiancouncil
Lāhainā ʻOhana Gingerbread Decorating
This past holiday day season, GEM Hawaiʻi was honored to organize and produce three free community gingerbread decorating events across West Maui, creating safe, joyful, and family-centered spaces for connection during the holiday season.
Thanks to the generous support of Imua Maui Community Healing Initiative, we were able to:
* Serve 300+ community members
* Host events at 3 locations
* Distribute $1,000+ in gift cards and raffle prizes
* Provide every family with a gingerbread house & decorating kit
From the YMCA West Side Resource Center, to a pop-up event at Lāhainā Jodo Mission, to Ka Laʻi Ola housing community—each gathering reinforced belonging, creativity, and collective healing through shared celebration.
Mahalo to our partners, volunteers, and families who made these moments of joy possible. @olamaui @kalaiola @lahainaymca @homeaidhawaii @hawaiiancouncil
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) is looking for compassionate, detail-oriented Program Advocates to join our Maui Fire Recovery team. In this role, you’ll work directly with wildfire survivors to help them navigate interim housing solutions, providing guidance, stability, and hope during a critical phase of recovery.
What You’ll Do:
• Support Maui fire survivors in identifying and securing temporary housing
• Guide participants through housing options, applications, and next steps
• Maintain accurate case notes and records
• Coordinate with landlords, partners, and internal teams
• Provide empathetic, survivor-centered assistance
Skills We’re Looking For:
• Strong computer skills
• Comfort using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.)
• Knowledge of the local Maui housing market
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A compassionate, solutions-focused mindset
Why Join GEM?
Be part of a mission-driven team making real impact for families rebuilding their lives after disaster. Your work will directly help survivors move from crisis to stability.
Help us turn recovery into reality.Interested? Apply now or email your resume to [email protected]
Location: Maui, Hawaiʻi
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) is looking for compassionate, detail-oriented Program Advocates to join our Maui Fire Recovery team. In this role, you’ll work directly with wildfire survivors to help them navigate interim housing solutions, providing guidance, stability, and hope during a critical phase of recovery.
What You’ll Do:
• Support Maui fire survivors in identifying and securing temporary housing
• Guide participants through housing options, applications, and next steps
• Maintain accurate case notes and records
• Coordinate with landlords, partners, and internal teams
• Provide empathetic, survivor-centered assistance
Skills We’re Looking For:
• Strong computer skills
• Comfort using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, etc.)
• Knowledge of the local Maui housing market
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A compassionate, solutions-focused mindset
Why Join GEM?
Be part of a mission-driven team making real impact for families rebuilding their lives after disaster. Your work will directly help survivors move from crisis to stability.
Help us turn recovery into reality.Interested? Apply now or email your resume to [email protected]
Location: Maui, Hawaiʻi
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Huurhulpprogramma voor mensen die in aanmerking komen voor FEMA
Fase 1: Directe respons
Ons GEM BStrong team is nu ter plaatse in Maui, Hawaii, om de mensen te helpen die zwaar getroffen zijn door de bosbranden. Onze onmiddellijke hulp komt in de vorm van onze BStrong-cashcards, die de overlevenden de flexibiliteit bieden om de benodigdheden te kopen die ze het hardst nodig hebben. We bieden ook Airbnb-hulp bij kort verblijf, langetermijnoplossingen voor huisvesting, wederopbouwprojecten en hulp bij de aankoop van gereedschap voor aannemers aan degenen van wie de huizen ernstig beschadigd of volledig verwoest zijn door de branden. We bieden ook hulp aan getroffen huisdieren. Ons team zal voor onbepaalde tijd ter plaatse zijn om ervoor te zorgen dat de mensen op Maui zoveel steun op de lange termijn krijgen als nodig is.
GEM werkt nu vanuit ons nieuwe Maui-kantoor, dat open is om te helpen met aanvragen voor langetermijnhuisvesting, onze BStrong-kaarten voor cash assistance en andere hulp.
Oplossingen voor huisvesting op lange termijn
GEM biedt momenteel huisvestingshulp voor de langere termijn aan mensen die ontheemd zijn geraakt door de branden in Lahaina. In dit programma helpen we de huisvestingskosten te verlichten voor gezinnen die naar een nieuwe ruimte moeten verhuizen. We voorzien deze huizen ook van de eerste levensbehoeften met onze GEM Welcome Home Kits.
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