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Hawaiian Electric Pushes Back on Blame for Deadly Wildfire

Hawaiian Electric says power was shut off and an initial fire put out before a second blaze razed Lahaina. The county continues to blame the company.

Hawaii’s Big Utility Pushes Back on Blame for Deadly Wildfire

Hawaiian Electric says power was shut off and an initial fire put out before a second blaze razed Lahaina. The county continues to blame the company.

Maui Officials Blame Hawaiian Electric for Deadly Fires in New Lawsuit

In a new lawsuit, Maui County said Hawaiian Electric acted negligently by failing to disconnect power lines that were at risk of toppling in high winds.

Hawaiian Electric Was Warned of System Fragility Before Maui Wildfire

The utility knew it needed to upgrade its equipment but did not make changes that could have reduced risks of fires, energy experts said.

Why Hawaii Is Scrutinizing Hawaiian Electric in the Maui Fire

The utility company’s share price has tumbled after lawsuits were filed seeking to hold it accountable for the blaze, which has killed more than 100 people.