Allyson Blair

As we approach the one year anniversary of the Lahaina disaster we traveled across the state to see first hand changes each county has implemented to better prepare against the threat of wildfires. (Hawaii News Now) By Allyson Blair

In the year since the Lahaina disaster a significant amount of attention has been placed on training up staff within Honolulu's emergency management agency. So no matter who's in charge when disaster strikes they'll have the know how to do the job. (Honolulu Fire Department) By Allyson Blair

HNN Investigates obtained exclusive footage of one of Aug. 8 most significant fire fights that most people know nothing about. Officials say the forethought of a single farmer likely saved an entire neighborhood and countless lives. (Howard Hall) By Allyson Blair

In the last month, four wildfires have put Kauai County emergency responders to the test — and offered firefighters an opportunity to use new tools and procedures. (Hawaii News Now) By Allyson Blair Published: Aug. 7, 2024 at 1:45 AM CEST

Now, Kauai’s mayor and police chief are answering questions about the department’s future and whether it’s time for a new leaders.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The purchase of “go-bags” was one of the recommendations the Maui Police Department made for itself after the Lahaina disaster, admitting officers didn’t have basic equipment to keep them safe from the fire. Today, MPD officers are still without that gear.

Medics are reporting an uptick in crashes where people are getting seriously hurt.

HFD said it’s “pretty common” for its crews to fight fires where hydrants are not available.

Olomana trial is one of Oahu’s most popular hikes. It’s also one of the deadliest.

81-year-old Mary Lehr died after being found seriously injured inside her apartment in April.