FEMA Approves $33.4M for Hawaii Disaster Recovery

Funds will aid recovery from Maui wildfires and Kilauea eruptions.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved $33.4 million in disaster recovery funds for the state of Hawaii, with the funds to be used for recovery efforts on Maui and Hawaii Island following past natural disasters such as the Maui wildfires and Kilauea volcanic eruptions.

Why it matters

This federal funding will provide critical resources to help Hawaii communities rebuild and recover from the significant damage and disruption caused by recent natural disasters, which have had major impacts on local infrastructure, businesses, and residents.

The details

The $33.4 million in FEMA disaster recovery funds will be allocated between Maui and Hawaii Island, with the money to be used for a range of recovery efforts including repairing damaged public facilities, restoring essential services, and supporting long-term rebuilding initiatives.

  • The FEMA funding was approved on February 20, 2026.

The players

FEMA

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, a federal agency that coordinates the response to disasters in the United States and provides disaster recovery assistance.

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The takeaway

This FEMA funding represents a critical lifeline for Hawaii communities still recovering from the devastating impacts of recent natural disasters, providing resources to help rebuild infrastructure, restore essential services, and support long-term resilience efforts.