Rep. Lynn DeCoite (D- Moloka‘i, Lana‘i and East Maui) is working with her colleagues to address the recent 38 COVID-19 cases on the island of Lana’i.   Lana’i had been COVID free up until this point. 

“Today I met with the Governor, Mayor Victorino and Senator English regarding the growing number of positive COVID-19 cases on Lana’i. The Mayor is taking the lead on the response efforts and has final say on any shutdown measures that may occur. 

The call to shutdown Lanai will be made depending on the positivity rate on island and in consultation with the Department of Health.

Today, I am encouraging all Lana’i residents to shelter-in-place. This is not a mandate, but a request to help stop the spread. Please don’t go out unless you absolutely need to and take advantage of any delivery and curbside pick-up options that are available to you and your Ohana. 

I know everyone on Lana’i is concerned. The community has been so vigilant and protective, the news of these cases comes as a big blow and reality check that we cannot let our guard down.   

I will continue to work with the Maui DOH office, the Mayor, Senator English and HiEMA to ensure that the Lana’i community and its residents receive the resources and services they need. Everyone is working to keep the community safe and to address this situation with care and compassion in a timely manner.

Special Mahalo to Garret Marrero of Maui Brewing Co. who is sending hand sanitizer and facemasks over to Lana’i on Saturday. All of Maui Nui, and the state of Hawai’i stands with Lana’i residents as they go through this, we will move forward together. 

Please help by responding to health officials if they call you. Please continue to be vigilant, Wash your hands, Wear your masks and Watch your Distance.” Stated Rep. DeCoite.

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