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Public urges clearer shelter‑closing criteria after Kona Low storm
Summary
A public commenter told the Commission shelters opened during the Kona Low storm but that announced closing times created confusion and uncertainty for people seeking safe relocation; commissioners asked about Red Cross support and shelter closing times in Lahaina and Kihei were reported as 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
Laura McClellan told the Commission that shelters opened because of impacts from the Kona Low storm and "were effective for individuals who were previously unhoused or newly displaced," but that announced closing times caused confusion about where people could safely relocate. McClellan asked the Commission to provide input on shelter‑closing criteria and urged shelters remain open until safe alternatives are available.
Commissioner Rochelle Kim Tempo asked whether the American Red Cross provided resources at the shelters; McClellan said Red Cross was present but she was unaware of what resources were provided. Commissioners and staff discussed closing times for various locations; McClellan reported that the Lahaina and Kihei locations closed Monday at 5:00 p.m.
