Hawaii families on food stamps get more time to claim money back for food ruined by the storm — good news for households still recovering.

• The state is now taking replacement benefit applications until September 3rd.
• Anyone on SNAP statewide who lost food during Lala can apply.
• Applicants have to send in a signed written statement with the date of the loss, what was lost, and what it was worth.
• Some roads remain closed until local authorities say they are safe to drive.

Outlook: Expect a rush of claims before the September deadline, with payouts landing on EBT cards soon after.