County of Kaua‘i briefing for Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023. Our hearts are with our brothers and sisters on Maui. If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional or psychological distress due to the Maui wildfires, refer to the contact information provided below. Please contact Hawaiʻi CARES to speak to a local crisis counselor at 808-832-3100, 1-800-753-6879, or call/text/chat 988. The public is encouraged to reach out if emergency services are needed. These services include mental health counseling, trauma processing, psychiatric services, and resource guidance.