On Maui, the Department of Water Supply (DWS) reports moderate to severe drought conditions in South Maui, and Upcountry reservoir levels have declined over the last week. DWS Deputy Director James “Kimo” Landgraf stated, “We still have a Stage 1 water shortage in West Maui and upcountry. These systems are extra vulnerable to drought because they rely on surface water supply to a large extent, which is more directly impacted from the lack of rainfall.”
DWS and sister agencies across the state are participating in the Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! campaign. Maui DWS is initiating its “Don’t Waste a Drop” summer conservation messaging this week.
Pickett of HWMO concluded, “We want our islands to be wildfire-ready, wildfire-safe, and water conservation-minded. It’s going to take all of us to get there. Dozens of agencies and organizations involved in wildfire, drought, and water conservation are contributing materials and tips to our web page. This is where media, partners in this effort, and anyone can access information, graphics, and videos. We’re encouraging everyone to visit the page often for updates and news materials.”
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RESOURCES
(All images/video courtesy: DLNR)
HD video – Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! news conference (June 4, 2024): https://vimeo.com/953741458?share=copy (speakers opening remarks)
HD video – Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! news conference (Zoom): https://vimeo.com/953739830
HD video – Mililani Mauka wildfire (Nov. 2, 2023): https://vimeo.com/880701617