Hawaiʻi Fires

Bob Fenton Reflects On A Year Of Leading FEMA’s Fire Recovery Efforts On Maui Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Bob Fenton Reflects On A Year Of Leading FEMA’s Fire Recovery Efforts On Maui

There were highs and lows managing multiple programs in a place historically skeptical of the federal government, but overall his agency’s work has been well received.

Researchers Fear A Disturbing Pattern Of Health Problems Is Emerging After The Maui Fires Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023

Researchers Fear A Disturbing Pattern Of Health Problems Is Emerging After The Maui Fires

It may be years before the full extent of illnesses affecting wildfire survivors is documented, but the preliminary data is troubling.

Oahu Condo Owners Are Debating Best Way To Limit Fire Safety Costs  Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024

Oahu Condo Owners Are Debating Best Way To Limit Fire Safety Costs 

Senior citizens are having a particularly hard time paying for safety upgrades mandated several years ago after a fatal high-rise fire on Oahu.

Maui’s Mayor Has Struggled To Lead An Island Reeling From Tragedy. But Some Say He’s Getting Better David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Maui’s Mayor Has Struggled To Lead An Island Reeling From Tragedy. But Some Say He’s Getting Better

From awkward public appearances to stonewalling the media, former judge Richard Bissen has been slow to adapt to life as an elected leader.

As We Come Together A Year After The Maui Tragedy, It’s OK To Not Be OK David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

As We Come Together A Year After The Maui Tragedy, It’s OK To Not Be OK

While anniversaries can help move us forward, they can also mark a moment of reflection about how much farther we must go.

Kula Residents Say They Have Built A Closer And More Resilient Community Since The Fire Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024

Kula Residents Say They Have Built A Closer And More Resilient Community Since The Fire

A steady stream of volunteers has helped clean the land of debris and potential fuel for future fires.

Hawaii, Maui County, HECO And Others Agree To Pay $4 Billion To Wildfire Victims Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023

Hawaii, Maui County, HECO And Others Agree To Pay $4 Billion To Wildfire Victims

The proposed settlement still needs to be approved by a judge. And insurers that have paid out billions in claims have not agreed to terms.

There Are So Few Doctors In Maui County That Even Medical Workers Struggle To Get Care Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021

There Are So Few Doctors In Maui County That Even Medical Workers Struggle To Get Care

More than two-thirds of Maui County residents experienced delays accessing health care last year, according to a new report.

The Maui Fires In Photos: July 2024 Cammy Clark/Civil Beat/2024

The Maui Fires In Photos: July 2024

Community members shared their vision for rebuilding Lahaina, a major housing proposal took a step forward and council candidates jockeyed for position ahead of the August primary election.