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travel2 years ago•2 min saved

"Hawaii Mayor Accelerates West Maui's Tourism Reopening Amid Economic Concerns"

West Maui in Hawaii, except for burned-out sections of historic Lahaina, is set to reopen to tourism on November 1st, following August's deadly wildfires. The decision to reopen came after discussions with local advisory teams, the Red Cross, and other partners. West Maui is a significant contributor to Hawaii's tourism industry, with about 11,000 hotel rooms. The reopening will occur in phases, with a small section opening first and the rest to follow later. The move has sparked debate among locals, with some supporting the economic recovery and others opposing the return of tourists. The mayor assured residents who lost their homes in the fire that their housing will not be in jeopardy.

via Fox News|

#hawaii #reopening #tourism

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"West Maui Reopens for Tourists, Igniting Debate on 'Overtourism' and Housing Crisis"

West Maui is set to reopen for tourism on October 8, exactly two months after devastating wildfires swept through the area. While many hotels in Ka'anapali will remain closed, the neighboring area of Kapalua will see a majority of its hotels open. Some businesses have already reopened and are seeing a boost in business from local residents. The phased reopening plans have been met with mixed reactions, with some petitioning for a delay out of respect for those who lost their homes. The governor expects hotel occupancy to be low despite the reopening.

via Hawaii News Now|

#kaanapali #phased-reopening #tourism

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Hawaii Council Votes Unanimously to Delay West Maui's Tourist Reopening

The Maui County Council unanimously passed a resolution urging Hawaii's governor to postpone the reopening of West Maui to tourism on October 8. The resolution, which ties benchmarks measuring community stability to each phase of opening, highlights the need for time, compassion, and a supportive environment for residents to heal and rebuild after the devastating wildfires that killed 97 people and destroyed hundreds of homes. Some residents have petitioned for a delay, stating that the community needs more time to recover. Governor Josh Green stated that supporting Maui's economy and keeping people employed will aid in the healing process, and the phased reopening will consider the situation of wildfire survivors.

via CNN|

#hawaii #reopening #resolution

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

Brush Fire Forces Evacuation in West Maui

The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency issued and subsequently lifted an evacuation order for West Maui due to a brush fire. The island of Maui is still recovering from a deadly wildfire earlier this month that left 115 people dead and 338 missing.

via Reuters|

#brush-fire #evacuation-order #hawaii

education2 years ago•2 min saved

West Maui Teachers Express Disappointment Over DOE's Student Relocation Plan

Teachers in West Maui are expressing disappointment with the Department of Education's (DOE) plan to relocate students to other campuses following the devastation caused by wildfires. They argue that the DOE did not consider the emotional toll of commuting through the burn zone and the need for bereavement time. Instead, teachers are requesting temporary sites in Ka'anapali or the Kapalua area to keep students together and provide support during this tragic time. The DOE is exploring alternative sites and has set up meetings to hear from families in West and Central Maui.

via Hawaii News Now|

#department-of-education #education #lahainaluna-high-school