Sunday fire and smoke.

Question

A fire started this morning near Kahikinui near Mile marker 24non the back road to Hana

As of 4:30 this afternoon the winds have fueled the fire . The fire is now 200 acres.

30 to 40 homes have been evacuated. Red Cross set up grandmas coffee House for evacuees. Now the evacuees are moving to the King Kaukalike school and are advised to bring a chair. The American Red Cross has set up in the school. Maui does not have any fully stocked evacuation centers with beds, food , back up power or medical office.

The big winds are fuelling the fire so: Goodfellows Construction Alpha, , Haleakala Ranch and private citizens are assisting the 6 fire departments, and the police.

The Chinook aircraft has not been sent from Oahu’s National Guard to assist.

Some Upcountry roads are closed.

The wind is a big factor in this fire.

There are reports of smoke reaching Wailea.

We are having strong gusts of wind in Kaanapali .

We are receiving text alerts and automatic phone updates . The Maui county emergency alerts on their websites are incomplete.

Practice aloha

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Answer

As of the latest reports, a wildfire started this morning near Kahikinui, around mile marker 24 on the back road to Hana in Maui. By late afternoon, strong winds have fueled the fire, which now covers approximately 200 acres.

Evacuations have been issued for 30 to 40 homes. The American Red Cross initially set up assistance at Grandma’s Coffee House, but evacuees are now being directed to King Kaukali`ke School, where they are advised to bring a chair. Maui currently does not have fully stocked evacuation centers with beds, food, backup power, or a medical office, so evacuees may need to prepare accordingly.

Multiple agencies and local resources are responding to the fire:

Goodfellows Construction Alpha
Haleakala Ranch
Private citizens assisting the six fire departments and local police

As of this update, a Chinook aircraft from the Oahu National Guard has not yet been dispatched to assist. Several Upcountry roads remain closed due to safety concerns, and strong wind gusts are being reported in Kaanapali.

The winds are a significant factor in the fire's spread, and smoke is reported as far as Wailea. Residents and visitors are receiving text alerts and automatic phone updates. Note that the Maui County emergency alerts on their websites are currently incomplete, so relying on multiple sources for real-time updates is advisable.

Safety tips for residents and visitors in affected areas:

Stay informed via official county alerts, local news, and emergency text updates.
Avoid traveling on closed roads or in areas with heavy smoke.
Prepare for evacuation with essentials such as water, medications, important documents, and personal items.
Keep indoor air quality safe by closing windows and doors if smoke is present, and use masks if necessary.
Follow instructions from local authorities and first responders promptly.

The community continues to practice aloha by supporting neighbors and assisting evacuees during this wildfire emergency. Cooperation between residents, local agencies, and volunteers is critical in managing the situation safely.

Sunday fire and smoke.

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