Aloha Coconut Ave ʻOhana,
As our communities begin the difficult work of recovering from Hurricane Lala, we wanted to use our platform to help share trusted resources for anyone who has been impacted, and for those looking for ways to kōkua.
Many families across Hawaiʻi Island are dealing with flooding, property damage, power and water disruptions, food loss, fallen trees, road closures, and other storm-related impacts. Recovery will take time, and resources and needs will continue to change in the days and weeks ahead.
Please save and share this resource with anyone who may need support.
Kaʻū district on Hawaiʻi Island | August 17th, 2026 | PC: Gov. Josh Green
Storm Information + Resources
Vibrant Hawai'i
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is working alongside nonprofit, government, business, and community partners to understand where help is needed and coordinate available resources.
Current Recovery Resources & Updates
For current distribution locations, volunteer opportunities, cleanup resources, and recovery updates:
Vibrant Hawaiʻi and its community partners are coordinating recovery assistance across Hawaiʻi Island, including food, water, tarps, cleanup supplies, chainsaw support, and other needs.
Volunteer + Donation Support
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is also coordinating volunteers and accepting support for locally led Hurricane Lala response and recovery efforts.
Hurricane Lala Assistance
Complete the Request for Assistance form to let the recovery team know where help is needed.Follow @vibranthawaii for current community updates.
Report Property Damage
If your home, property, or business sustained damage from Hurricane Lala, please report it to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense — even if you aren't sure whether you will qualify for assistance.
Damage reports help the County document the extent of Hurricane Lala's impacts and may help support requests for future disaster assistance.
Hawaiʻi County Hurricane Lala Updates & Resources
Lost Food Purchased With SNAP?
If you lost food purchased with SNAP benefits because of Hurricane Lala or a storm-related power outage, you may request replacement benefits through the Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services.
SNAP Replacement Benefits Form
DHS Public Assistance Information Line: 1-855-643-1643
Hawaiʻi Island residents may also email completed forms to:
South Hilo: southhilopc@dhs.hawaii.gov
West Hawaiʻi: westhawaiipc@dhs.hawaii.gov
You may also submit your completed request at your nearest DHS Processing Center.
Hawaiʻi County Emergency Alerts
Stay connected to official Civil Defense updates regarding road closures, weather hazards, water, evacuations, and other emergency information.
Text HAWAIIALERTS to 888777
You can also register for Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense alerts to receive notifications by text, email, or phone.
Civil Defense: (808) 935-0031
Need Help Finding Food, Shelter or Other Services?
Dial 2-1-1
Aloha United Way 211 can connect Hawaiʻi residents with community resources, including food assistance, shelter, financial assistance, and other social services.
State Emergency + Recovery Information
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) has established Hurricane Lala recovery information with current resources, infrastructure updates, damage reporting, and other recovery information.
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency — Lala Recovery
Please continue to rely on Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense and HI-EMA for official emergency information.
Water + County Service Updates
Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply has asked customers islandwide to limit water use to essential use only while systems recover.
County facility, transfer station, road, park, water, and other service conditions are changing as recovery continues.
Hawaiʻi County Official Updates
Direct Community Support
Help Maui Rise
A community resource connecting people with mutual aid and support throughout Hawaiʻi.
Individuals and families impacted by the storm can request to be added to the Hurricane Lala Financial Support List, which allows community members to provide financial assistance directly to those in need.
Request Financial Support
Request to be added to the Hurricane Lala Financial Support List.
Hawaiʻi Island Strong Fund
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation's Hawaiʻi Island Strong Fund supports disaster preparedness, response, and recovery across Hawaiʻi Island, including funding for locally coordinated emergency response.
Storm Relief Mutual Aid
A grassroots, volunteer run effort by Hawaiʻi Mutual Aid Nework, home of Help Maui Rise and Storm Kokua.
For those looking for an immediate way to kōkua, the community support list connects donors directly with individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Lala.
You can choose a person or family from the list and send financial support directly to them using the payment information they have provided.
Donate Directly to Hurricane Lala Impacted Families
Farmers + Agricultural Damage
Farmers and ranchers who experienced agricultural losses or damage should document their losses as soon as possible.
USDA Farm Service Agency, Hawaiʻi County
Hawaiʻi County is specifically directing agricultural damage reports to the USDA Farm Service Agency.
USDA Farm Service Agency: (808) 933-8334
For additional agricultural recovery information and community resources, follow:
- @hawaii_farmers
- @agstewardshiphawaii
Community Organizations to Follow
A number of trusted community organizations are mobilizing, sharing resources, coordinating volunteers, and helping families throughout Hawaiʻi.
Follow their pages directly for the most current needs, distributions, and ways to kōkua:
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@vibranthawaii
Vibrant Hawaiʻi: Hawaiʻi Island recovery coordination, assistance requests, supplies, distributions, and volunteer opportunities. -
@hawaiimututalaid
Hawaiʻi Mutual Aid: Community-led mutual aid information and support. -
@HawaiiCommunityFoundation
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation: Supporting disaster response and recovery through the Hawaiʻi Island Strong Fund. -
@lahuifoundation
Lāhui Foundation: Community relief, volunteer efforts, and direct support for Hawaiʻi families. -
@hawaii_farmers
Hawaiʻi agricultural community resources. -
@agstewardshiphawaii
Agricultural Stewardship Hawaiʻi: Resources and guidance for Hawaiʻi's farmers and agricultural community.
Mālama kekahi i kekahi.
To everyone who experienced damage, displacement, loss, or uncertainty during this storm, our hearts are with you.
And to the first responders, utility crews, road crews, community organizations, volunteers, neighbors, and everyone who has stepped up to help — mahalo nui loa.
The days immediately following a disaster are only the beginning. Please continue checking on your neighbors, kūpuna, farmers, small businesses, and families who may need an extra hand.
We will continue sharing verified resources as they become available.
With aloha,
Mahea + Kelly
Coconut Ave