Donated emergency cell towers for fire department
Maui County
Summary
After the 2023 fires knocked out West Maui communications, the county is borrowing rapid-deployable cell towers from AT&T FirstNet via STComms. Fire can have a coverage bubble up within about two hours anywhere on the county, including Lanai and Molokai.
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Last discussed Jan 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
No rental or monthly fees — but the county must return the gear undamaged, and replacement units run $34,999 to $98,999.
Residents in any future dead zone — especially on Lanai and Molokai, where the suitcase-sized units will be stationed at local fire stations.
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