#Wildfire Prevention Working Group

Big Island Now poll results: There are lots of things lawmakers can do to help address wildfires

The public has opinions on how the state can help address this issue, and in the latest Big Island Now poll, we wanted to know your thoughts on how can State Legislature protect Hawai‘i Island from future wildfires.

Big Island Now poll no. 38: How can State Legislature protect Hawai‘i Island from future wildfires

On Nov. 1, the Wildfire Prevention Working Group published a draft report. On Nov. 17, it heard public testimony.

State Legislature working group tackles wildfire prevention in Hawaiʻi

As Hawaiʻi grapples with a surge in wildfires threatening communities and ecosystems, bipartisan efforts are underway to introduce legislation to tackle prevention and preparedness.