Get Prepared

Stay informed and prepared with the Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! The campaign provides crucial updates on fire and drought conditions in Hawaiʻi, along with tips for protection and education on dealing with a prolonged drought.

Request a free Wildfire Home Risk Assessment from HWMO to review your house and landscape vulnerability to wildfire and ember-ignition, guiding future incentive programs, available now to communities with trained volunteers.

The 2023 Maui wildfires profoundly impacted our community. Many residents lost loved ones, homes, businesses, and a sense of safety, particularly in Lahaina. This tragedy also reflects a broader trend: wildfires are becoming more frequent, more severe, and increasingly encroaching on urban areas.

While the risks are growing, there are meaningful steps residents can take to reduce wildfire impacts. Individual actions can play an important role in protecting homes and strengthening community resilience.

This guide provides practical guidance for creating safer space around your home through fire-resilient landscaping. By selecting appropriate plants, designing thoughtfully, and maintaining your landscape, you can help reduce the likelihood that homes and neighborhoods burn when wildfires occur. Together, these efforts can support a more fire-resilient future for our communities.