West Maui will be open to visitors on Nov. 1.

Sheltering close to 7,000 survivors remains a critical focus of our efforts and their needs are our priority.

The announcement of a full reopening comes as a relief for local business owners who depend on tourism spending.

People gather on the beach near a condo rental resort in west Maui

People gather on the beach near a condo rental resort on the first day of tourism resuming in parts of west Maui on October 08, 2023 near Lahaina, Hawaii.Credit:Mario Tama/Getty Images