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Council hears storm damage reports; Kula Hospital top floors collapsed and kupuna relocated
Summary
Council members reported widespread storm damage from the Kona low: Molokai communities reported extensive flooding and cemetery damage; Upcountry Kula Hospital lost its top two floors and several long-term care residents were relocated to facilities such as Hale Makua.
Members reported storm impacts across the county following the Kona low. Member Valerie Kalaniopio‑Cook said community activities in Hana were slowed and that VA representatives visited to support retired veterans. Member Deldrine Manera described extensive damage on Molokai in Kapaakea, Waialua and Kamalo, raised drainage and cemetery-damage concerns, and urged county and state support for kupuna recovery.
Member Heather Ruth‑Durham said Lana‘i experienced heavy rainfall but limited damage, while Chair Ed Romson reported severe damage upcountry: Kula Hospital suffered the collapse of its top two floors, and several long‑term care residents—primarily kupuna—were relocated to nearby facilities including Hale Makua. Members requested continued outreach and support for kupuna affected by the storms.
