Government officials say Maui is not closed

17-08-23

In the aftermath of last week's devastating fire, the Hawaiian island of Maui's capital, Lahaina, and much of its land area has been burned to the ground. 

A major tourist destination, the island has been completely paralysed in terms of its main economic activity, and the industry is coming together to send aid, raise funds and donate materials to rebuild infrastructure and help the tens of thousands of families affected.

Officials in Maui this week said tourists in parts of Maui not impacted by the fires have not been asked to leave and that visitors are still welcome in the southern and eastern parts of the island.

Officials in Maui this week said tourists in parts of Maui not impacted by the fires have not been asked to leave and that visitors are still welcome in the southern and eastern parts of the island.