Maui Fires

Ongoing coverage of the 2023 wildfires that destroyed much of Lahaina and burned for weeks in Upcountry Maui. We are closely following the fires’ aftermath including efforts to rebuild and consequences for the entire state.

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Harrowing Eyewitness Accounts Cast Doubt On Official Lahaina Fire Narrative

Those who fled the fire by car tell of being blocked or funneled into narrow gridlocked streets. The county has not said when it will release a detailed report on what happened.

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‘The Wildfire Litigation Industry’ Takes On Hawaiian Electric

The outcome of numerous lawsuits will affect victims, shareholders and, potentially, 470,000 customers statewide.

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Naka Nathaniel: The Most Important Question To Ask Right Now About The Maui Fires

Is that an assumption or knowledge? Confronting misinformation can aid in healing.

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Gearing Up: What Lahaina Fire Survivors Should Wear When Reentering The Burn ZoneNathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Gearing Up: What Lahaina Fire Survivors Should Wear When Reentering The Burn Zone

Health officials recommend masks, goggles, gloves, coveralls and disposable shoe covers to prevent exposure.

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UH Economists Give ‘Initial Take’ On Maui’s Long Road To RecoveryNathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

UH Economists Give ‘Initial Take’ On Maui’s Long Road To Recovery

Housing and labor shortages are top concerns when the rebuilding phase begins.

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Green Promises West Maui Residents Won’t Be Displaced By Tourism’s ReturnDavid Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Green Promises West Maui Residents Won’t Be Displaced By Tourism’s Return

Officials say visitor demand to the Valley Isle is very low and Lahaina fire survivors will continue to be housed in area hotels as needed.

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Maui Fires: Your Questions AnsweredKevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023

Maui Fires: Your Questions Answered

We’re answering your FAQs about the Maui fires, recovery efforts and where you can go for help.

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Want Water Security And Resiliency? Collaborative Land Management Works BestCourtesy Kohala Watershed Partnership]

Want Water Security And Resiliency? Collaborative Land Management Works Best

Our watershed forests are experiencing multiple threats that are literally eroding their capacity to absorb water.

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Chad Blair: This Group Of UH Experts Has Become A One-Stop Shop For Policy AnalysesCory Lum/Civil Beat/2015

Chad Blair: This Group Of UH Experts Has Become A One-Stop Shop For Policy Analyses

UHERO is expanding its role in advising the larger Hawaii community on pressing issues.

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Maui Mayor Creates Lahaina Advisory Team To Help Guide AdministrationDavid Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Maui Mayor Creates Lahaina Advisory Team To Help Guide Administration

The county is also creating an Office of Recovery to address intermediate and longterm disaster recovery needs in the wake of the Aug. 8 wildfire.

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Harrowing Eyewitness Accounts Cast Doubt On Official Lahaina Fire NarrativeCourtesty of Beth Zivitski/2023

Harrowing Eyewitness Accounts Cast Doubt On Official Lahaina Fire Narrative

Those who fled the fire by car tell of being blocked or funneled into narrow gridlocked streets. The county has not said when it will release a detailed report on what happened.

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Naka Nathaniel: The Most Important Question To Ask Right Now About The Maui FiresDavid Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Naka Nathaniel: The Most Important Question To Ask Right Now About The Maui Fires

Is that an assumption or knowledge? Confronting misinformation can aid in healing.

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‘The Wildfire Litigation Industry’ Takes On Hawaiian ElectricDavid Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

‘The Wildfire Litigation Industry’ Takes On Hawaiian Electric

The outcome of numerous lawsuits will affect victims, shareholders and, potentially, 470,000 customers statewide.

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