Wildfires in the Pacific

  • Two firefighters in yellow protective gear and helmets observe a large wildfire in a grassy field, with thick smoke and flames rising into the sky.

    All About Wildfires in Hawaii and the Pacific

    Discover how wildfires impact Hawaii and the Pacific and learn how you can protect your homes, families, and communities proactively.

Pacific Fire Science

  • Lava flows through a forested hillside with smoke rising into the sky.

    Reducing the Threat of Wildfire in the Pacific: the Pacific Fire Exchange

    Discover the Pacific Fire Exchange (PFX), fostering collaboration among fire science stakeholders in the Pacific to mitigate wildfire threats and protect natural resources.

Videos

Wildfire Basics for Professionals Learning Series

  • Information pamphlet titled 'Resiliency for Land-Use and Community Planners,' discussing wildfire preparedness, fire-adapted communities, Hawaii's Wildland-Urban Interface, and wildfire planning strategies. Contains text, diagrams, and images of wildland-urban interface.

    Resiliency for Land-Use and Community Planners

    Download our two-page guide for land-use and community planners on integrating firewise strategies into long-term community resiliency planning, promoting safety and preparedness in high-fire-risk areas.

  • Informational sheet titled 'Hazard Reduction for Arborists and Landscapers,' discussing wildfire hazard reduction concepts including Be Ember Aware, Create Defensible Space, and Lean Clean Green, with a diagram illustrating fire safety zones around a home and vegetation management.

    Hazard Reduction for Arborists and Landscapers

    Discover Firewise landscaping techniques for arborists and landscapers to enhance community safety and reduce wildfire risk. Incorporate defensible space, ember awareness, and strategic plant spacing to safeguard homes and promote long-term resilience.

  • Colorful poster protesting Hawaii wildfires, featuring an owl with outstretched wings over a house with rainbows, surrounded by people gardening and watering plants, with bold text advocating for wildfire prevention.

    Kaleo The Pueo Coloring Book for Educators

    Join Kaleo The Pueo in protecting Hawaii from wildfires with our engaging coloring book featuring fun illustrations and valuable firewise tips - print your copy today!

  • An activity book cover titled 'Hawaii Prevents Wildfire' features an underwater scene with a scuba diver wearing a yellow mask and wetsuit surrounded by colorful tropical fish, coral, and a turtle, with orange, blue, and yellow background elements.

    Hawaii Prevents Wildfire K - 2nd Grade Activity Book for Educators

    Join Kaleo The Pueo in safeguarding Hawaii with our interactive activity book, offering engaging wildfire prevention activities for Kindergarten to 2nd grade students – print yours today!

  • Colorful illustration of a scuba diver swimming above a coral reef with various fish and sea creatures on the cover of an activity book titled 'Hawaii Prevents Wildfire.'

    Hawaii Prevents Wildfire 3rd - 6th Grade Activity Book for Educators

    Join Kaleo The Pueo in protecting Hawaii from wildfire with our engaging Activity book for 3rd to 6th graders, featuring fun and educational activities. Print or request a copy from HWMO today!

  • Cover page of a curriculum titled "Know Fire", for grades K-8, focusing on Waikoloa Wildfire Safety Park and Demonstration Garden, published by Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization, with logos at the top and contact information at the bottom.

    Exploring Know Fire: K-8 Curriculum at Waikoloa Wildfire Safety Park & Demonstration Garden

    Join us for an interactive journey through fire science, ecology, and prevention tailored for K-8 students, igniting curiosity and fire safety awareness at the Waikoloa Dryland Wildfire Safety Park while dreaming big to make wildfire education integral to Hawaii's curriculum and safeguarding its future.

  • Cover page of Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization's wildfire curriculum, titled 'Know Fire' for K-8th grade students, with logos of the organization at the top.

    Exploring Know Fire: K-8 Curriculum

    The Know Fire program offers a comprehensive educational tool tailored for students from Kindergarten to 8th grade. Focusing on fire science, ecology, prevention, and native Hawaiian plants, this curriculum is ideal for teaching.

Explore more resources with our amazing partners!

Our Emergency Services Partners

Hawaii Island

Maui

Honolulu

Kauai

Our State and County Partners

Our National Partners