U-Haul is proactively offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container use to Hawaii residents as Tropical Storm Lala approaches the islands. The disaster relief program is designed to help residents secure belongings before the storm hits and during subsequent cleanup efforts.

Tropical Storm Lala is forecast to bring flooding, mudslides, and damaging winds to the islands this weekend. The system is expected to gradually intensify while moving west-northwest toward the Big Island, with heavy rain starting Friday and spreading across the island chain throughout the weekend. The Big Island is currently under a hurricane watch.

Program Details

Figgy Feigenspan, president of U-Haul Co. of Hawaii, announced the offer ahead of the storm. The program remains active after the storm passes to assist with recovery. Key terms include:

• The offer applies to new self-storage and U-Box rentals.
• Availability is subject to space at participating facilities.
• U-Box containers are for on-site storage; delivery is available for a modest fee.
• No cost is charged for the one-month period.

Participating Facilities

Residents can arrange storage at any of the five U-Haul-owned and -operated facilities listed below:

Corporate Context

U-Haul operates as an official American Red Cross Disaster Responder. Beyond the immediate relief effort, the company highlights its 1-Year Price Lock program, available at 2,100 company-owned facilities across the U.S. and Canada. This program offers fixed-rate storage with no price increases for at least 12 months and no administrative fees or deposits.

Founded in 1945, U-Haul is the third-largest storage operator in North America, managing 1,147,300 rentable storage units and 100.3 million square feet of self-storage space. The company also operates approximately 207,600 trucks, 136,500 trailers, and 43,200 towing devices across more than 25,000 rental locations.

U-Haul announced Tuesday it is providing 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container use at 92 centers across Ohio to assist residents affected by severe weather. The initiative addresses the immediate need for secure storage among homeowners and businesses dealing with water damage from heavy rainfall and flash flooding that hit Columbus, Dayton, and much of the state. This corporate response aims to mitigate financial stress for individuals who must relocate belongings due to property inundation.

The offer applies to new self-storage rentals and on-site U-Box storage at participating facilities, subject to availability. While the storage itself is complimentary for one month, U-Haul noted that delivery of U-Box containers is available for a modest fee. The company emphasized that access to secure storage is critical during natural disasters to protect personal property from further damage.

Anthony Jones, U-Haul Area District Vice President for Ohio, highlighted the widespread nature of the crisis. "Pretty much the entire state is under a flood watch," Jones stated. "We’ve seen pictures of cars underwater. We know many Ohioans will be dealing with water damage on their properties and need to protect their belongings. We just want them to know we are here to help if they need it."

Participating Centers by Region

The disaster relief program spans seven U-Haul Companies operating in the region. Below is the breakdown of participating locations:

Residents can access these services by visiting any U-Haul-owned and -operated facility in the listed cities or by calling the nearest regional office to arrange the free storage period.

Corporate Disaster Response Context

In addition to this specific relief effort, U-Haul operates as an official American Red Cross Disaster Responder, positioning itself to aid communities during emergencies. The company also promoted its broader 1-Year Price Lock program, available at 2,100 company-owned facilities across the U.S. and Canada, which guarantees fixed-rate storage for 12 months without administrative fees or deposits.

Founded in 1945, U-Haul operates more than 25,000 rental locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. As the third-largest storage operator in North America, it manages approximately 1,147,300 rentable storage units and 100.3 million square feet of self-storage space. The company’s fleet includes approximately 207,600 trucks, 136,500 trailers, and 43,200 towing devices.