Tag: Hawai’i
Situation Report: Hawai’i Wildfires
October 19, 2023
Situation: Supplies at the Kelawea Community Partnership Hub in Lahaina. On Aug. 8, multiple wildfires broke out on Maui. Exacerbated by strong winds, they destroyed homes, businesses, and lines of communication. The town of Lahaina was the most impacted, although there was also damage from smaller fires near Kihei and Kula. Response: Lutheran Disaster Response is providing support to Kihei Lutheran Church, which is working with the Kelawea Community Partnership Hub. The hub collects and distributes items including drinks, food, clothing, baby formula and diapers for families impacted by the wildfires. Be part of the response: Pray Please pray…