Moderate Risk Hawaii  ·  Hurricane / Volcanic

Maui County HI

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
167
Area
1,161
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Volcanic
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Maui County HI in Hawaii faces hurricane / volcanic risk across its 1,161 square mile area. Wailuku serves this county — the 2023 Lahaina wildfire killed 100 people in the deadliest US wildfire in a century. Maui serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Volcanic
Secondary Hazard Tsunami
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2023 Lahaina Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (808) 270-7710
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Maui County HI
State Hawaii (HI)
Population 167
Area 1,161 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Recent Incidents

Lahaina Maui Wildfire
Lahaina HI  ·  20230808
Critical
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// Major Cities

Kihei HI Wailuku HI Kihei HI Wailea HI Wailuku HI Kahului HI Lahaina HI Hana HI

// Cities in This County

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