An estimated 25,000 trees alone were lost in the Lahaina and Kula fires. Our landscapes have drastically changed and we are left with bare ground and highly flammable landscapes as we enter the dry and windy season. Time is of the essence to revegetate residences and businesses as they finish going through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer Debris cleaning process.
In addition to preventative fire-resilient landscaping measures, many residents adn businesses are left with soils that have elevated levels of toxic substances including heavy metals. Integrating plants with phytoremediation capabilities (plants that can clean up soils, air, water) is also a priority.
Surfrider Maui Chapter is dedicated to creating and providing resources to residents and businesses in the burn zone that will help them make informed, community minded choices when rebuilding on their property.
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