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The Conversation: A call-in show on questions about Lala's storm damages

The Hawaiʻi National Guard’s 93rd Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Enhanced Response Force Package conducted search and accountability checks in the Kaʻū District on Hawaiʻi Island on Aug. 17, 2026.
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The Hawaiʻi National Guard’s 93rd Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Enhanced Response Force Package conducted search and accountability checks in the Kaʻū district on Hawaiʻi Island on Aug. 17, 2026.

Today, we are discussing how communities can access information on how to rebuild following the destruction caused by Hurricane Lala. Lala left many without power and damaged homes across the islands.

Our live guest is:

  • Sam Thomsen, Chief Investigator of Hawaiʻi Insurance Division

We also hear from Roseann Freitas, chief executive officer of the Building Industry Association of Hawaii, about navigating the rebuilding process amid another storm.

We want to hear from you! What questions do you have about insurance claims following Hurricane Lala? Share your thoughts with our guest during the live show by calling 808-941-3689.

Before and after the show, send a note to talkback@hawaiipublicradio.org or leave a voicemail on our talkback line at 808-792-8217.

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Catherine Cruz is the host of The Conversation. Contact her at ccruz@hawaiipublicradio.org.
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