The final phase of the state Department of the Attorney General’s investigation of the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire, which killed 102 people, recommends hiring a state fire marshal and actions government must take to protect communities from wildfires.

The final phase of the state Department of the Attorney General’s investigation of the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina fires that killed 102 people recommends the creation of a state Fire Marshall and actions counties and the state must take to save communities from wildfires.

Thousands had to find new roofs over their head after the fires in 2023, but data from the Department of Taxation shows the vast majority stayed on Maui.

L.A. County fires, a man told 7NEWS Australia, "God saved my house." Users then shared photos of homes unrelated to his story.

A report commissioned by the Hawaii Attorney General emphasized that the state must make it a priority to hire staff for the newly created Office of State Marshall to improve its response to devastating wildfires going forward.

This story originally ran in May 2023 print edition before a series of wild fires broke out a few months later in August in the state of Hawaii, predominantly causing devastation in Maui. It has been edited to reflect,

Nareit Hawaii reports the nonprofit has awarded $145,000 in grants to five organizations to support a variety of programs that help residents and communities. Among the five nonprofits to receive grants was Kaibigan ng Lāhaina,

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West Maui advocacy groups demand that the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources provide environmental assessments for Kaanapali boat tours.

Mokulele says all flights should resume Sunday. A check on its website shows you can book flights for Sunday and beyond between Oahu and Molokai. But some residents say they’re not holding their breath. Copyright 2025 Hawaii News Now. All rights reserved.

Travel Guide to Hawaii highlights ongoing tourism challenges, Maui’s slow recovery, and emphasizes mindful visitation.