Wailuku is the Maui County seat and administrative hub, sitting in the central valley between the West Maui Mountains and Haleakala. The 2023 Lahaina wildfire underscored the extreme fire risk across Maui when drought and trade wind conditions align. Flash flooding from Iao Stream and surrounding mountain drainages is a secondary hazard during intense rainfall events. County emergency operations are centered here.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flood |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 8 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 Lahaina Wildfire |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 808-270-7855 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 340 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Maui County HI
Hawaii · Hurricane / Volcanic
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7/10
Moderate Risk
// Other Cities in Maui County HI
Kihei HI
Hurricane / Wildfire / Tsunami
7/10
High
Kihei HI
Wildfire / Hurricane / Tsunami / Drought / 2023 Fire Proximity
8/10
High
Wailea HI
Wildfire / Hurricane / Tsunami / Resort Evacuation
7/10
High
Wailuku HI
Hurricane / Flooding / Tsunami / Wildfire
6/10
Moderate
Kahului HI
Hurricane / Wildfire / Tsunami / 2023 Lahaina Fire
9/10
Critical
Lahaina HI
Wildfire / Hurricane / Tsunami / 2023 Catastrophic Fire
10/10
Critical