Hawaiʻi Faces $1 Billion in Disaster Recovery and Resilience Needs
Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green announced on September 23, 2026, that the state faces approximately $1 billion in disaster recovery and resilience needs following four major disasters this year. These include the March Kona Low storms, the May 22 Hawaiʻi Island earthquake, Hurricane Lala, and Hurricane Lowell. Preliminary estimates indicate $686 million in damage and recovery costs, with an additional $319 million required for resilience and mitigation projects. The disasters have affected 1,290 homes, with 74 destroyed and 451 suffering major damage. State agencies are working with federal and county partners to assess damages, restore infrastructure, and provide housing, food, and healthcare support to affected residents.