Maui cancels War Memorial blessing and postpones donation drive
- Severe weather preparations in Maui County have forced officials to cancel the War Memorial Gymnasium Blessing and postpone the upcoming Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive, according to the County...
- The County of Maui canceled the War Memorial Gymnasium Blessing originally scheduled for Friday, Sept.
- Maui County officials are urging residents across the island to monitor weather forecasts closely and follow instructions issued by emergency management personnel.
Severe weather preparations in Maui County have forced officials to cancel the War Memorial Gymnasium Blessing and postpone the upcoming Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive, according to the County of Maui Office of Public Affairs. The changes come as local emergency management agencies monitor incoming storm conditions and urge residents to prepare.
Canceled Renovation Blessing and Postponed Relief Effort
The County of Maui canceled the War Memorial Gymnasium Blessing originally scheduled for Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. The event was intended to celebrate the completion of major renovations at the Wailuku facility. Officials stated that a future community event will be scheduled to mark the reopening, with details to be announced later. The Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive, which was slated for Sept. 26-27, 2026, has been postponed. The relief drive was organized to gather essential supplies for residents on Kauaʻi impacted by Hurricane Lowell. According to the County of Maui, a rescheduled date for the collection drive will be announced once weather conditions stabilize.
Emergency Preparations and Local Coordination
Maui County officials are urging residents across the island to monitor weather forecasts closely and follow instructions issued by emergency management personnel. Residents can sign up for emergency notifications through the Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and Genasys evacuation alert systems online. Individuals seeking specific information regarding the status of the postponed events can contact the Mayor’s office directly by phone at 270-7855 or via email at public.affairs@mauicounty.gov.
