During the midst of Hurricane Lane, this reporter received a text from AT&T saying there would be no charges for overages occurring during and following the weather event. This week, Sprint followed, announcing it will waive call, text, and data overage fees for Sprint customers in the affected areas, effective Aug. 24 through Sep. 7, 2018. Hawaiian Airlines is also … [Read more...] about Major companies respond to Lane, waive fees
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#LahainaStrong: A community unites after Hurricane Lane-fueled fires bring disaster
When Lahaina residents boarded up their windows and secured their belongings on the Wednesday before Hurricane Lane, they thought they were prepared for the worst. Then the unexpected happened. While the County of Maui was still under a Hurricane Warning on August 23 and 24, multiple fires were reported. The first fire was reported at 9:45 pm on Thursday, Aug. 24 near Ma‘alaea. … [Read more...] about #LahainaStrong: A community unites after Hurricane Lane-fueled fires bring disaster
Habitat for Humanity Maui helping Lane victims rebuild
Habitat for Humanity Maui is helping those impacted by Hurricane Lane through its “A Brush With Kindness” program. The program provides assistance with repairing homes in substandard condition for residents earning below 80 percent of the median income of Maui County. Repairs can range from leaky or broken windows and roof repairs to a full tear-down and rebuild – if deemed … [Read more...] about Habitat for Humanity Maui helping Lane victims rebuild
Post storm UPDATES: County assesses storm and asks for assistance from residents
As the clouds thin, the County of Maui has several announcements and updates for residents. West Maui residents are asked to conserve water today while Maui Electric works to get power restored. Power is needed to turn on the pumps and it will take time to restore tank levels. Customers should use water for health and safety purposes until Sunday. Maui Bus is resuming … [Read more...] about Post storm UPDATES: County assesses storm and asks for assistance from residents
Maui County Hurricane Lane updates
As of 11am August 23, Maui County Communications Director Rod Antone has announced the following storm updates: State Department of Transportation has reported downed trees on Hana Highway. While they have been cleared, residents and tourists are advised not to use Hana Highway for safety reasons. CLOSED ROADS: Wainapanapa, Ulaino and Waikoloa roads in Hana are closed … [Read more...] about Maui County Hurricane Lane updates