Maui officials are starting work to reduce fire danger in a part of West Maui that has caught fire repeatedly over the past couple years, which is good news for nearby residents.

• Crews begin clearing brush and debris from 115 acres of county land in Launiupoko.
• The area, near Honoapiʻilani Highway and the Lahaina Bypass, has had a dozen fires since early 2024.
• The cleanup targets dry vegetation and flammable debris that fuel those fires.
• Work is expected to wrap up by early next year.

Outlook: Once cleared, the area should see fewer fire incidents heading into next year's dry season.