Pūlama I Ka ʻĀina: Strengthening Hawaiʻi’s Wildfire Preparedness through Technology

Funds to expand early wildfire detection and hazard assessment capabilities across the Hawaiian Islands. Guided by the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) Lahaina Phase 3 Report and the directives of Hawaiʻi 2025 Session Laws Act 302, this initiative directly addresses the top priorities for improving statewide wildfire resilience through technology-driven early detection, risk mapping, and real-time situational awareness. The project integrates two key components: 1. Expansion of the AlertWest AI Wildfire Detection Camera Network to provide comprehensive early warning coverage in high-risk areas statewide. 2. Acquisition of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Data Software to assess wildfire risk, support suppression operations, and enhance recovery and planning.