Lahaina Recovery Update — January 2026

Lahaina’s recovery continues into 2026 with real progress underway — and real uncertainty still shaping daily decisions for families, property owners, and the broader community.

In this January 2026 Lahaina Recovery Update, I walk through the most recent information shared at the county level, along with reporting from the Hawaiʻi Journalism Initiative, to explain what’s actually happening on the ground — beyond the headlines.

This episode covers:

• The latest FEMA temporary housing timelines and what the February 28 deadline means for nearly 1,000 households
• Progress on permanent housing, including permit activity and reconstruction numbers — and how that compares to the 2,200 structures lost
• The completion of debris monitoring and what that milestone represents
• Current conditions along Front Street and Lahaina Harbor
• A candid discussion about the challenges facing makai Front Street property owners and why time, clarity, and transparency matter

This is a talk-story style update — focused on context, nuance, and the lived reality of recovery — not speculation or sound bites.

If Lahaina is home to you, or close to your heart, I hope this helps you better understand where we are today and what lies ahead in the months to come.

Mahalo for listening.

This is Episode 25 – Lahaina Recovery Update for January 2025

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