"Hurricane Dora's High Winds Ignite Wildfires, Prompting Emergency Proclamation"

Acting Governor Sylvia Luke has issued an emergency proclamation in response to wildfires in Maui and Hawaiʻi Counties, which are being fueled by Hurricane Dora. The proclamation activates the Hawaiʻi National Guard to support emergency responders and authorizes appropriate actions and expenditure of state funds for relief efforts. Governor Josh Green fully supports the proclamation and expresses concern for the affected residents and businesses.