Final phase of state probe of Lahaina fire released
The 61-page Lahaina Fire Forward-Looking Report was released this morning by Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez. Read more
Maui Wildfires
Hawaiian Electric submits wildfire safety plan
Hawaii’s largest electrical utility has formalized a three-year plan to reduce future wildfire risks in a new report filed with state regulators. Read more
Hawaiian Electric lays out plan to reduce wildfire risk
The utility has faced intense scrutiny in the past for its role in the deadly 2023 Maui wildfire. Read more
Editorial: Do more to house Lahaina survivors
Stark figures from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) latest Point-in-Time (PIT) count reveal a whopping 87% increase in Hawaii homelessness between 2023 and 2024, with primary blame laid on the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires. Read more
Feds to give Maui $1.6B for wildfire recovery
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen said HUD’s Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery fund award represents a critical milestone in the effort to recover from the fires in Lahaina and Kula. Read more
‘Sobering’ report issued on Hawaii natural disaster resilience spending needs
A panel advising Gov. Josh Green is urging the state Legislature to appropriate almost $2 billion over the next five years to help reduce and respond to future natural disaster damage in Hawaii. Read more
Maui youth mental health gets $1M donation
Sentry Insurance announced Tuesday a $1 million donation to Maui United Way, furthering its commitment to supporting youth mental health services in the wake of the devastating Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires. Read more
DOE report reveals opinions on new Lahaina campus
The state Department of Education on Friday released a summary report on community sentiment regarding plans to rebuild King Kamehameha III Elementary School, which was damaged beyond repair in the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire. Read more
HEI sells 90% of American Savings Bank to help pay for Maui fire settlement
The deal, which closed Tuesday, values the bank at $450 million, with the investors purchasing the 90.1% of ASB common stock for $405 million. Read more
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Restrictions ease in Lahaina burn zone
Maui County is lifting access restrictions to much of a largely commercial area of Lahaina destroyed by wildfire more than a year ago. Read more
Hawaiian Electric delivers answers to PUC probe
Hawaiian Electric has delivered a 96-page report to the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission in response to 30 information requests and nearly 200 questions about the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina fire, which killed 102 people, caused $5.5 billion in damage, left thousands homeless and decimated Maui’s visitor industry. Read more
Editorial: Recovery plan is pledge to Maui
The county’s challenge is to balance the myriad responses. Some residents want the original configuration of the town maintained; others prefer that the region’s historical heritage be better reflected. Read more
War on wildfires becoming high-tech
Given the recent explosion of global warming-fueled wildfires across the planet, quick detection is needed more than ever. Read more
Annual census find homelessness rising in Hawaii, nationally
The Biden-Harris administration has rolled out a series of initiatives aimed at addressing homelessness across the nation, including Hawaii. Read more
Lahaina survivor grateful to have a home for the holidays
This holiday season, Jesica Cadiam Standley, a Maui fire survivor, is grateful to have a place to call home for the holidays. Read more
Maui County releases Lahaina’s long-term recovery plan
The program has the capacity to serve approximately 3,000 households at a time, ensuring that all survivors have access to the necessary support and resources. Read more
Maui is poised for $1.6B in federal funding to rebuild Lahaina
With Congress scheduled to adjourn Friday, the U.S. House likely will take up the bill this week before sending it back to the Senate, Schatz said. Read more
Report calls for inclusive recovery for Filipino survivors of Lahaina fire
A comprehensive report by Maui grassroots organization Tagnawa and the Hawai‘i Workers Center highlights the deep disparities, resilience and urgent needs of Filipino survivors of the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina fires. Read more
Congressional delegation continues to support Maui survivors
A bipartisan bill sits on President Joe Biden’s desk that would exempt survivors of disasters, including the 2023 Maui wildfires, from having to pay federal income tax on settlement money. Read more
Public works official named Maui wildfire recovery leader
John Smith was instrumental in leading infrastructure restoration efforts following the wildfires, county officials said, and will oversee the county’s recovery efforts. Read more
FEMA seeks vacant lots for temporary housing for Maui fire survivors
The agency is interested in leasing land in or near Lahaina that will remain undeveloped for the next two to three years, providing an opportunity for property owners to support recovery efforts. Read more
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