Government and Politics
August 7, 2024
From: Hawaii Governor Josh Green, M.D.HONOLULU - Governor Josh Green, M.D., has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai?i state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai?i State Capitol and at all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawai?i National Guard in the state of Hawai?i, effective from sunrise on Thursday, August 8, to sunset on Monday, August 12, in honor of the 102 lives lost in the August 2023 Maui wildfires.
“Exactly one year ago, we lost cherished lives of mothers, fathers, grandparents, sons, daughters and friends. As we observe the one-year mark of the Maui Wildfires through commemorative events this weekend, let’s honor their memories and never forget those we lost in Lahaina,” said Governor Green. “Together, we will pave a path toward resilience and hope, preserve the spirit of Lahaina, and continue to rebuild with the community with strength and unity.”