County of Maui severe weather update as of 12:30 p.m. on 4-10-26
STORM UPDATE
National Weather Service (NWS) in Honolulu is emphasizing that this severe weather event does not qualify 
as a Kona low. A low-pressure system is drawing moisture northward across the state, causing the potential 
for heavy rain, thunderstorms and flash flooding. NWS issued a flood watch for all Hawaiian Islands, in effect 
4/8 through Friday afternoon, 4/10, with the possibility of extension. With the ground saturated from recent 
Kona low storms, threats of flash flooding, rapid runoff and landslides increase, even with less rain. 
SHELTERS
Shelters at Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani and at Lahaina Civic Center are slated to 
close at noon today, 4/10, after being unoccupied. A shelter at Hāna High School Cafeteria was closed at 5:30 
p.m. Wednesday, and a shelter at Velma McWayne Santos Community Center in Wailuku was closed at 1 
p.m. Thursday.
Remaining shelter locations are the following:
• SOUTH MAUI: South Maui Community Park Gym, 1501 Līloa Drive, Kīhei
• EAST MAUI: Helene Hall, 174 Keawa Place, Hāna
• MOLOKAʻI: Molokaʻi shelter support is available as needed; call (808) 280-8968 
Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), other County of Maui departments and the American Red 
Cross started proactively opening shelters on 4/8, ahead of severe weather. Shelters offer cots (select 
locations), food and water; those with dietary needs should supply their own food. Bring bedding, essential 
supplies and medications. Pets are allowed only if crated, caged or leashed. Shelter duration depends on 
weather conditions.
AGRICULTURE PRODUCERS
County Department of Agriculture urges all ranchers, farmers and producers to identify and protect 
potential high-risk areas amid this severe weather event. 
• Livestock: Ensure all livestock are moved to higher ground and away from flood-prone gulches
• Resources: Secure all loose equipment, materials, feed, fuel and critical supplies
• Documentation: Document pre-storm farm conditions with photos or video, and update 
inventories of farm assets, supplies, tools and equipment to assist with potential damage 
assessments and disaster relief claims
WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY
The Department of Water Supply (DWS) advises residents and visitors on Maui and Molokaʻi to conserve 
water as a precaution during this severe weather event. Residents are encouraged to proactively fill clean 
containers with water for essential use if necessary. Limiting nonessential water use will help maintain 
reliable water service in the event of power or electronic disruptions or additional storm-related damage. The 
water conservation advisory expires at the end of the NWS flood watch. Sign up for DWS News Flash 
notifications at https://www.mauicounty.gov/list.aspx.
ROADWAY ADVISORIES
Treat any traffic light that is out or malfunctioning as a four-way stop. Do not attempt to travel through 
moving water.
ROAD CLOSURES
For updates on County of Maui road closures, visit https://www.mauicounty.gov/roadclosures or download 
the Genasys Protect app at mauicounty.gov/MEMA.
COUNTY RESPONSE
Mayor Richard Bissen signed an emergency proclamation on 4/6 that lets the County access state and federal 
assistance and streamline procedures to quickly deploy resources, personnel and services if needed. County 
Emergency Operations Center went into activation on 4/8. Emergency departments have been preparing for 
and responding to this storm while conducting emergency repairs from recent storms.
MORE INFORMATION
For the latest information, visit NWS in Honolulu at https://www.weather.gov/hfo/ and subscribe to Genasys 
Protect and MEMA alerts at mauicounty.gov/MEMA.