The release of a crucial report on the deadly Maui wildfire has been delayed, with the first phase now expected to be released on April 17 instead of this month. The investigation into the August 8 fire that claimed the lives of at least 101 people and devastated historic Lahaina is being conducted by the Fire Safety Research Institute, which has invoiced the state nearly $1.4 million for its services.
According to the Attorney General's office, the investigation team faced unexpected delays in gathering critical information for review, leading to the rescheduled report release date. Initial attempts to obtain information from county agencies were met with slow responses and insufficient data, prompting the issuance of subpoenas to secure relevant documents and interviews.
