Kihei is South Maui's largest community, a resort and residential strip along a narrow coastal plain between Haleakala volcano and the ocean. The 2023 Lahaina wildfire demonstrated how rapidly fire can spread through dry Hawaiian communities under high-wind drought conditions — Kihei faces similar terrain and fuel conditions. Hurricane and tsunami risk add to the coastal community's multi-hazard profile.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Wildfire / Tsunami |
| 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 | 48 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
Wailuku HI
Wildfire / Flash Flood
6/10
Moderate
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