Maui Wildfire Investigation Resource Page
Lahaina Fire Incident Analysis Report (Phase Two)
Investigation Documents and Media Database
The Department of the Attorney General (Department) initiated this investigation, at the direction of Governor Josh Green, M.D., on Friday, August 11, 2023, for the purpose of reviewing state and county agencies’ response to the incident for the time period beginning at 2:55 p.m. HST on August 8, 2023, and concluding at 8:30 a.m. on August 9, 2023. The Department retained renowned fire experts, the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), to conduct the investigation.
The Investigation Documents and Media Database contains approximately 850 gigabytes of video files, audio files, photographs, and documents relating to the August 8, 2023 Maui fires obtained by the Department and FSRI in connection with this investigation. Access to this database is being provided by the Department at no charge as a public service so that all of the people of Hawaiʻi may learn from the source documents regarding this tragedy.
Among other things, this database contains:
- Maui Police Department (MPD) body camera footage and other videos of the fire event;
- 911 dispatch audio files;
- Vehicle location data for MPD and MFD vehicles during the fire event;
- FSRI damage assessment videos and photographs;
- Notes, sign-in sheets, photographs, and other documents created within the Maui Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on August 8, 2023, and afterward;
- Audio recordings of interviews conducted by FSRI with dozens of state and county officials; and
- All manner of documents from state, county, and federal agencies.
Some documents are marked as redacted and contain redactions in the file. Many of these redactions have been made to protect the personal-privacy interests of individuals—things like social security numbers, phone numbers, addresses, faces of private citizens, the interior of people’s homes, medical conditions, and the like. HRS § 92F-13(1). Based upon these same principles, and principles of decency, any depictions of the deceased or dead animals are redacted. Documents containing information concerning critical infrastructure, trade secrets, or proprietary business information are not available for public inspection. HRS § 92F-13(3).
The Department hopes that this repository of documents and media files will be an important resource now and in the coming years for those who seek to learn the history of, and the lessons from, the events surrounding August 8, 2023 on Maui, and demonstrates the commitment of the Department and FSRI to transparency.
The media and documents in this database are presented because we value government accountability and transparency with the public. We know, however that this content may be triggering and bring up painful memories. It is important to recognize when we are feeling resilient or not resilient enough to take in potentially difficult information. Make sure to check in with yourself before, during, and after using the database.
Quick List of Resources
- If you’re struggling or feel like you’re in crisis, please call or text Hawai‘i CARES at 988.
- Maui Nui Strong – Mental Health Resources
- Hawai‘i Heals Together – Secondary Trauma Education & Resources
- Hawai‘i UTelehealth
- Hawai’i UTelehealth offers free telehealth appointments via live video and audio with a psychologist, psychiatrist, family medicine specialist, mental health counselor, and/or substance abuse counselor for all individuals in the state of Hawai‘i through 2026, with a focus on our Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and rural communities, as well as older adults. All you need is access to the Internet and a webcam; most mobile phones, tablets and laptops have these built into the device. Call 808-375-2745, email [email protected] or visit hawaiiutelehealth.org.
- Disaster Distress Helpline
- Call or text 1-800-985-5990 for free, confidential counseling and support 24/7. This helpline can help people deal with strong emotions after a disaster, such as anxiety, worry, or anger.
The documents and media in this database shall not be used for any commercial or improper purpose.
Lahaina Fire Comprehensive Report (Phase One)
Lahaina Fire Minute-By-Minute Timeline (Spreadsheet)
Table 1: Phase 1 & 2 Media Assets
Table 2: News Releases
Table 3: Correspondence
Table 4: Subpoenas
Table 5: Contract
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| FRSI Contract |
| FSRI Supplemental Contract No. 1 |
State of Hawaii Attorney General
Anne E. Lopez