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KIUC to Charge for Wildfire Mitigation | Honolulu News
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- Jul 23, 2026
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Summary
KIUC is set to start charging customers a $12.87 monthly surcharge as early as April to fund wildfire mitigation, aiming to cover $9.4 million in prevention costs — part of a $55 million projected spend by 2027. Already invested $18 million, they’re prioritizing fire safety after Maui’s devastating wildfires, with pole replacements costing $26.5 million. A $2.4 million federal grant helps, but more funding is sought. Surcharge rates will adjust yearly based on actual costs, with 2027-2028 plans due in December — and the Public Utilities Commission is open to public feedback. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/db2000881405543d