Update from County of Maui: FIRE UPDATE The Kahikinui brush fire mauka of the highway near Mile Marker 24 and 25 is now mapped at approximately 330 acres, which was calculated by Air One flying the perimeter with a flight tracker, according to County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety (MFD). The remote, challenging terrain doesn’t support walking and estimates have varied on this brush fire. MFD said containment as of 8 a.m. today, 6/16, is 80%. Currently, smoldering fire conditions continue throughout the burn area. Overnight, Maui Police Department (MPD) drone flights showed hotspots throughout the fire area within the dozer line. No nighttime flare-ups occurred, MFD said.

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Maui County declares emergency as wildfire forces evacuations in Kahikinui, Hawaii A rapidly spreading brush fire ignited near Kahikinui, Maui, Hawaii, early June 15, 2025, consuming about 500 acres by evening. The fire was driven by strong winds and dry terrain…

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Alert Sent On: 06/15/2025 07:09:18 PM HST PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release June 15, 2025 6/15 KAHIKINUI FIRE UPDATE AS OF 7 P.M. FIRE UPDATE The Kahikinui brush fire mauka of the highway near Mile Marker 24 and 25 is now estimated at approximately 500 acres as of 7 p.m. today, June 15, 2025, due to improved mapping, according to County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety (MFD). Containment percentage has not yet been determined. No injuries or structural damages have been reported. This will be the last general update for June 15, barring emergencies, and more information will be provided tomorrow. Mayor Richard Bissen signed an Emergency Proclamation at 5:45 p.m. 6/15 in response to the ongoing fire, which authorizes the County to access federal assistance programs for individuals and public infrastructure, including funds for emergency response efforts to ensure continued and effective countywide response. SHELTER American Red Cross opened a shelter at 5:30 p.m. at King Kekaulike High School gymnasium. Enter via Haleakala Highway. Bring chairs, go bags and other necessities. Snacks and water will be provided.

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