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HI Surf Club: Lahaina's Sole Symbol After Wildfires

2/3/2026

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Story summary
  • The HI Surf Club in Lahaina, Maui, remains a solitary symbol amid the August 2023 wildfires.
  • The fires destroyed homes, schools, and churches and caused over 100 fatalities.
  • Daniel Miranda, who operates the HI Surf Club, recalls the evacuation chaos as the fire spread.
  • He notes the birth of his daughter days before the disaster.
  • The memories from August 2023 continue to impact the community.