The transfer of Lahaina wildfire debris from the Olowalu Temporary Debris Storage site to the Permanent Disposal Site next to the Central Maui Landfill is set to start on June 16. The construction of the Permanent Disposal Site has been completed, and the operation will involve approximately 50 trucks making multiple daily trips for an estimated five months, affecting traffic along the primary 19-mile hauling route.
The transport process is in collaboration with multiple agencies to manage about 400,000 tons of debris, which has been assessed as posing no public health risk during transport. Safety measures include traffic flaggers and dust control protocols, like wetting debris before transport.
The County of Maui emphasizes the project’s importance for recovery efforts, ensuring minimal disruption with ongoing community input. More information can be found at MauiRecovers.org.
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