The Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization (HWMO) has been contracted by the State of Hawaiʻi, Department of the Attorney General to lead a collaborative effort that is dedicated to improving Hawaiʻi’s wildfire preparedness and resilience by developing actionable state-level plans. The mandated projectʻs objectives are to develop clear, actionable plans tailored to each of the 10 priorities identified by the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI); enhance coordination and accountability across multiple agencies that contribute to Hawaiʻi’s wildfire management framework; and lay the groundwork for the future operationalization of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

This is a state-level planning effort. Key public and private entities will be involved whose work and actions impact statewide wildfire outcomes. Phase 3 of the FSRI report advised 10 priorities at the state level, as well as the county level. State level priorities are depicted in the figure below:

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This initiative presents a unique opportunity to significantly enhance wildfire readiness across Hawaiʻi. The outcomes will drive improved coordination, informed decision-making, and a clear roadmap for mitigating wildfire risks, ultimately safeguarding lives and property. The project team looks forward to engaging stakeholders in this collaborative effort.

Stakeholder Involvement - What to Expect:

For stakeholders involved in the process, please expect to participate in interviews, draft planning goals and actions specific to your entity, and attend collaborative learning, coordinating, and planning workshops/sessions per topical priority, as relevant and requested. The workflow for stakeholder participation is depicted in the figure below:

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Resources:

Hawaiʻi Hires State Fire Marshal and Moves Forward With Recommendations from Phase Three Report
Maui Wildfire Investigation Resource Page from the State of Hawaiʻi, Department of the Attorney General Website
FSRI Phase 2 Report: Lahaina Fire Incident Analysis Report
FSRI Phase 3 Report: Lahaina Fire Forward-Looking Report

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HWMO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island that serves as a hub of wildfire prevention, mitigation, and planning activities in the Hawaiʻi-Pacific region through proactive, collaborative, and forward-thinking projects.

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