Hawaii Faces $24M Damage and Prolonged Recovery from Kona Low Storm
Hawaii Faces $24M Damage and Prolonged Recovery from Kona Low Storm
US · Published Mar 18, 2026
Hawaii faces an estimated $23.04 million in damage from a recent Kona low storm, with Maui accounting for $7 million.
Recovery efforts are underway across affected regions like South Maui, Lahaina, and Molokai, but are expected to take weeks.
Another storm is forecasted, potentially bringing more rain and complicating the ongoing recovery process in Hawaii.
Severe storm causes widespread damage and disruption
Hawaii is currently grappling with the extensive aftermath of a severe Kona low storm that swept across the islands, causing widespread damage and disruption. The storm, characterized by its counter-clockwise rotation and origin near the Hawaiian Islands, unleashed torrential rains and strong winds, leading to significant flooding, road closures, and immense strain on infrastructure, particularly in Maui County. The Hawaii Department of Transportation estimates the statewide damage at $23.04 million, with Maui accounting for approximately $7 million of the total. The storm's impact was acutely felt in regions such as South Maui, Lahaina, Molokai, East Maui, and Upcountry, leaving a trail of debris, mud, and silt.
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