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Maui Memorial Medical Center had six admitted patients in the hospital due to the fires Thursday evening, although none were in the intensive care unit, Maui Health said in a news release.
The hospital continues to treat burns, smoke inhalation and other fire-related injuries as a result of the Maui fires since Tuesday night.
This includes patients from Lahaina and Upcountry. Injuries include burns, shortness of breath or inhalation issues and other trauma-related injuries such as falls or abrasions sustained during evacuations.
"We are operating with ample capacity including bed space, staffing and supply resources which can be expanded further if we were to see a surge in patients," said Wade Ebersole, chief operations officer.
The hospital's Employee Assistance Program, which provides free 24/7 counseling for employees and dependents, is also being offered. Maui Health said many employees have been directly impacted by the fires.
Maui Health Foundation also has an employee assistance fund that can provide funds directly to employees who lost their homes, so they can purchase the necessities they need.