
Episode #65
Episode 65: Lahaina's Fire and the Future of Resilient Building in Hawaii
<p >In early August 2023, Hawaii wildfires destroyed over 2,200 structures, caused an estimated $5.5 billion in damage, and most tragically claimed the lives of over 100 people. </p> <p >In this episode of the ICC Pulse Podcast, we gathered key experts to discuss the Lahaina fire and Hawaii wildfires, emphasizing building safety and codes — how they shaped the disaster, what they reveal about vulnerabilities, what could change going forward, and more. </p> <p >Guests on the show: </p> <p >Derek Alkonis, Senior Research Program Manager, Fire Safety Research Institute </p> <p >Dori Booth, State Fire Marshal, State of Hawaii </p> <p >Ka`āina Hul...





