US EditionMaui Fire Chief Explains Plan of Attack for Kahikinui Fire
- On June 16, 2025, emergency responders in Maui County conducted evacuations of over 105 residences as a rapidly spreading brush fire threatened the Kahikinui area in East Maui.
- Strong winds caused the fire to rapidly spread from under an acre to 500 acres by Sunday evening, leading to home evacuations and the closure of nearby roads.
- Officials closed a section of Piilani Highway spanning from mile 20 to 41 and established a temporary refuge for those affected at the gymnasium of King Kekaulike High School.
- The governor and the mayor issued emergency orders to activate the Hawaii National Guard for fire suppression efforts and to enable the county to access federal aid programs.
- No injuries or structural damage were reported, and firefighting efforts continued with personnel and private contractors working through the night.
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Hawaii brush fire updates: evacuations lifted as fire 93% contained
By Island News Web Staff Click here for updates on this story KAHIKINUI, Hawaii (KITV) — The second day of the ongoing Kahikinui brush fire has been mapped at approximately 330 acres on Monday, according to the Maui Fire Department (MFD). The fire was contained to 93% as of 7 p.m. and Officials lifted evacuation orders as well due to the increased fire containment. Maui police also reopened Pi’ilani Hwy but will close it again from 7 a.m. to…
Kahikinui brush fire 80% contained after burning 330 acres | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A brush fire that broke out Sunday in remote terrain above Piilani Highway in Kahikinui has burned about 330 acres and was 80% contained as of this morning, Maui County officials said.
Kahikinui brush fire 80% contained, smoldering fire conditions continue
KAHIKINUI, Hawaii (KHON2) -- Maui Fire Department firefighters continue efforts to contain an active brush fire in the Kahikinui area. In an 8 a.m. update on Monday, June 16, Maui County officials reported that the brush fire has been mapped at approximately 330 acres and is 80% contained. Previously -- Kahikinui fire jumps to 500 acres, evacuation order continues The Maui Police Department assisted in monitoring the fire overnight, utiliz…
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