Flags ordered to half-staff in memory of lives lost in deadly Maui wildfires 1 year ago

On Aug. 8, 2023, one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history razed Maui’s old Hawaiian fishing of Lāhainā to the ground.

The fire raged through the community scorching homes. It hit Front Street where flames reduced buildings, and vehicles to twisted metal and ash. Over the several days following the disaster, it was confirmed that 102 people lost their lives in the fire.

With the anniversary of the deadly blaze approaching, Gov. Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff, from sunrise on Aug. 8 to sunset on Aug. 12, in honor of those lives lost.

“Exactly one year ago, we lost cherished lives of mothers, fathers, grandparents, sons, daughters and friends. As we observe the one-year mark of the Maui Wildfires through commemorative events this weekend, let’s honor their memories and never forget those we lost in Lāhainā,” said Green. “Together, we will pave a path toward resilience and hope, preserve the spirit of Lahaina, and continue to rebuild with the community with strength and unity.”

Flags at all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawaiʻi National Guard in the state of Hawaiʻi are ordered to be lowered.