LAHAINA, Maui - FRONT STREET Driving TOUR - 8 Months after the FIRE

Lahaina Driving Tour Updating the progress that has been made with clean up on Front Street after the Lahaina Fire. This video was shot on 3/30/2024 almost 8 Months after the Fire.
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0:00 - Intro
1:01 - Puamana
3:12 - Lahaina Shores
3:50 - 505 Front Street
4:08 - Moku'ula
4:39 - King Kamehameha III School
5:00 - Banyan Tree
5:24 - Lahaina Harbor
6:02 - Warf Cinema Center
6:27 - Baldwin Home Museum
7:11 - Fleetwood's Restaurant & Bar
7:42 - Lahainaluan Road Intersection
8:29 - Longhi's Restaurant
8:39 - Outlets of Maui
9:14 - Lahaina United Methodist Church
10:02 - Kahoma Village
10:50 - Pioneer Mill Smoke Stack - Recycling
11:27 - FRONT STREET BEFORE the FIRE
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[@barrygunning4424]

We've been to Maui many times, and have walked up and down Front Street at least one time during every visit. Have sat under the banyan tree having a snack and a drink. It's hard to comprehend the devastation from the fire. I can only hope the people of Lahaina are made whole and can once again enjoy their homes in the beautiful place.

[@dgsscg]

Keep the videos coming! We love Maui and have visited yearly for 35+ years pre-fire. We love the Plantation Inn and it’s hard to imagine Lahaina in its current state. Sorry we missed seeing the videos that you were forced to take down. Hopefully you can repost soon.

[@megbreezy7543]

Why were his videos not allowed to be shown? What in gods name would be the reason for that this whole thing stinks to high heaven, and I am saddened for all of those locals for every single person that lived in that magnificent area

[@KayMcKinneyhomes4u]

Was just looking at pics yesterday. Our 4th trip to Maui. Normally stay in S Kihei but stayed in Lahaina. We took friends that hadn’t been before. Although it rained almost the whole time we still had amazing trip. We all got Tattoos at little shop off front street. Skin Factory Artist name is Taki . Still have her in my texts. Just broke my heart when I woke to the news. It’s was heart stopping. To see where we grabbed a plate and looked out at all the amazing places and heritage. The Banyan Tree was beautiful. Oh the stories I’m sure those twisted limbs and branches could tell. Lord knows we had a few to tell too lol. I will hold that place and those family lost and those that had to restore their lives. Mahalo ❤

[@shirleyandrews1152]

My sympathy to you all❤ It’s been 5.5yrs since the Camp Fire in Paradise Ca & I am going to move into my rebuilt house next month. It’s been a long haul but with help from wonderful people it is happening. Be patient & love one another❤️

[@robertchilders8698]

Some of us are still stuck in Gridley Ca. , from the Paradise fire! seeing it repeated in other areas is so sad!

[@DrDepth89]

Watching this with tears in my eyes. Back in the 80’s and 90’s , my friends and I built many of the homes and businesses on Front St. We built Bob and Gail Longhi’s home, his son’s home and remodeled the restaurant. Also many other art galleries, restaurants and homes there. All are completely gone … so sad. Our hearts ache for the people of Maui. I lived there for years and they are some of the best memories I have. No matter what is rebuilt, it will never be as beautiful as the old Lahaina. Maui no ka oi!

[@donnafricke2542]

My heart breaks for you. 😢

[@TheMoochiecat]

I am so grateful to have been fortunate enough to visit a few months before the fire. I spent a good hour just sitting under the Banyan tree watching Mama Hen and her 11 babies do their chickeny thing right beside me. Mama even sat down on the bench at my side for a moment. I had wished we could experience a rain squall and while we were there, that's exactly what happened. Walking along afterwards the warm water running down the street felt lovely on my feet. Our hearts ache hard for everyone affected in that magical place. I hope to one day come back and experience that magic again and celebrate the rebirth.

[@bea9077w]

I appreciate the delicate balance you presented, from the original beauty, through the horrible devastation, and on to hope for the future. Nicely done.

[@SteveBoyer10]

Thank you for taking the time to film and post these updates!

[@khunopie9159]

Your so welcome my dude!

[@bikeme1969]

@@khunopie9159 We concur with that "thank you" for posting the video. Your presentation pointing out the locations and landmarks was excellent. Seeing this video was both encouraging and saddening. We have walked these streets many times over the years and have always had special feelings for Lahaina. We all hope for the best during and after this clean up period.

[@NinonNguyen]

OMG. I can't stop crying seeing your video. I stay in Maui every year to refocus my core energy weed out all unwanted noises. I miss all beautiful places. Beautiful people always smiling and calm sweet loving people whom take great care of their business. Kihei to all the way down to Wailea. Big beach... small beach... walking all the way to the lava spill... Wow. I am speechless. Thank you for sharing.... I truly appreciate for your time and effort producing this video. XOXO

[@TheTeessideTravellerUK]

Shaking my head in disbelief. Mahalo for doing this video. As a Brit who loves Hawaii and has visited 7 times. To see this breaks my heart. I truly hope the people that lost loved ones and homes etc are coping . It must be so hard. Aloha.

[@jamesthompson3099]

Back in the 70s I had a sailboat in Lahaina harbor and lived up in Napili. I had so many wonderful moments in Lahaina. I loved sitting under the banyan tree or grabbing breakfast on the patio at the Pioneer Inn. Cooking my own Mahi in their restaurant is another treasured memory. Walking down front street and window shopping, especially with friends from the mainland was awesome. It has been decades since I had to move back to the mainland but as I watched Lahaina burn on TV I just cried and cried. Thanks for this update, it gives me hope.

[@susanhassett2893]

I went through the terrible LNU fire 2020 in California. The Maui fire has given me much PTSD. This video has given me much healing. I fully understand the timeline and I greatly appreciate knowing what's been done and seeing the progress. Those that have not been through this type of event expect everything to turn around in a week or a month and that's not going to happen. This process is at least a 3-year project. Everyone hang in there, we will all get through this together. Thank you very much for these video updates They are uplifting.

[@chu-my1ff]

Jesse, as a former resident of Lahaina, I can’t Thank You enough for all of your Amazing Updates!! God Bless You and please continue to do your Amazing work!! The videos are emotional to watch and yet allowing the world a glimpse into the progress being made into this tragedy. The before and after pics are particularly appreciated!! Mahalo Nui Loa for ALL you do!!!

[@JesseGWald]

Thanks for your support.

[@cathymckay5915]

Thank you Jesse, 😊for all of your updates, so other people can enjoy Lahaina town, as well as the people who live there full time.

[@donnafricke2542]

Thank you Jesse. This helps to understand the devastation.

[@MisterClear-yc3on]

He's telling you lies .lies lies lies. 45 year resident

[@JesseGWald]

@@MisterClear-yc3on What lies do you think I am telling? Please be more specific so I can correct any errors I might be making. Or so I can correct you if you are the one that is misinformed.

[@user-yz9zf7sq3v]

Thank you so much for these videos! I am a Native Californian that has been coming to Maui since in was 12 years old… I am now quite a few decades older than that… but my heart has felt the love of these island’s since then, and always will….My husband and I spent our Honeymoon there, Renewed our Wedding vows there, have brought our children there, and now our grandchildren.There as well! Maui will always be in our heart & soul…keep the video’s coming!

[@christopherlangdon2892]

Thank you and God bless the people of Maui, Hawaii.

[@ninalefevre3467]

I will never get over the devastation. It still seems impossible. We have been visiting Maui for 20 years and it’s our 2nd home. We know every inch of lahaina town and loved it and the people. We were supposed to be there a week after the fire. We have planned a trip in August. I wasn’t sure I could go. We have friends and family to see so we will make the trip but I’m dreading driving the highway and seeing everything. The mana is so strong in Hawaii. I know it will heal. ❤️❤️❤️☀️☀️☀️🌺🌺🌺

[@artistcarolyngrace1711]

Me too Been going for 30 years - can’t bring myself to go back yet so sad I know I’ll cry a lot trip planned for September 2024 but I may change my mind

[@susanhassett2893]

Those of you that love Maui and love Lahaina Town, they still desperately need volunteers at the resource centers. If you come please please consider using a half a day every day to do the work needed to keep distributing food, clothing, supplies to our people. It will lift your heart and feed your soul and theirs too.

[@kellycarver2500]

How can it heal when the monzterz responsible are still running things? You think it was a one hit deal? No. The monsters are planning a whole lot more satanyst offences. Taking of lands, theft of homes, businesses, rights, and more. And they are not planning on letting up, that I can see. Where are the sheriffs and why are they not doing their OBLIGATED DUTY?

[@MR2spyder100]

Everyone on island is still in shock. We were there Jan-Feb, and volunteered some reluef work. It hurts the heart to see the town devastated like this. But Hawaiians are resilient; keep ohana close, talk story, and spend as much $ locally as possible. Lahaina will return...changed, but still the ❤️ of Maui.

[@missingremote4388]

I've have passed over Hawaii but been everywhere else

[@ayyitslola8322]

Thank you so much for constantly doing your part to inform the public on what’s been going on… this whole situation is so beyond devastating, there are not enough words in the English language to capture the pain the fires have caused :(

[@tommoody5342]

8 months later and it still breaks my heart.

[@CaliSteve169]

But plenty of money for Zelensky.

[@Padoinky]

We’ve stayed at the RC Kapalua 5x over the last 20 yrs… glad we were able to share the past Maui experience w/ our children and hopefully we can revisit once the restoration has completed

[@ianjohnson458]

I can't tell you how much I value these videos. Thank you for taking the time.

[@JandB-TCB]

Thank you for keeping us updated on the progress in Lahaina. We have so many memories of vacationing there.

[@dianebowman2362]

We were there a few months before the fire, it's still so hard to process that it is no longer there...We have spent much time over the last 30 years...Thank you for keeping us updated I really appreciate your videos.

[@RealObeyNinjas]

My family and I were so very fortunate to come October before the fire. it’s heartbreaking having to see not only the damaged area but how unrecognizable it is now. My heart goes out to all the Lahaina fire victims. ❤ Maui Strong 💪🏻

[@triciasagecreek8669]

These are so appreciated! Thank you for taking the time to do this.. our hearts are still with the people of Maui.. I hope that some of those historical buildings can be restored

[@robinbanks1291]

I used to live in Maui until late January of this year and my grandma used to live in Front ST apartments (the apartments on the other side of the street of Kahoma at 10:19) and seeing them like that breaks my heart because I spent half of my childhood there

[@jfonzer]

Visited Lahaina for the first time in 2018 (from Oahu) and loved what the town had to offer. I remember parking at the lot on the south side and having a stroll down the street looking for magnets, and having shave ice. Breaks my heart that this happened to the people and community. Come back stronger than ever before Lahaina , God bless ❤

[@MargaretL62]

Thank you for your strength, courage & honor while filming and informing people of the progress. 🙏🏻

[@garyhall9780]

Mahalo for these updates! IT still brings tears to my eye's.

[@dianeboileau2026]

Really appreciate the time you have taken to put together these videos! So devastating! Must be difficult for the men and women involved in the clean up! Bless them always!

[@vickiwest4149]

So very grateful to you, Jesse, for continuing to provide us with these fact-based, non-political, updates. Those of us who love Hawaii but are not residents . . . our hearts continue to go out to you all.

[@lindac4527]

Thank you for doing these videos. Weve been visiting every year for 20 years and Lahaina feels like a very dear old friend. We were just there but couldn’t see the condition of our loved places. The devastation we did see broke my heart and the stories of survival we heard were so traumatic. Our hearts and our prayers are with everyone there.

[@55Reever]

The comeback of Lahaina is going to be one for the history books! God bless Maui.

[@JesseGWald]

I agree!

[@marknewton6984]

Go Maui 😎!

[@MisterClear-yc3on]

NO ONE IS MOVING BACK...WHY DONT YOU KNOW THIS ? EVERYONE HERE DOES. AGAIN...NO ONE IS MOVING BACK

[@JesseGWald]

@@MisterClear-yc3on Wow you seem to speak with such confidence about people not moving back to Lahaina. I 1000% know for a fact that several people have moved back to Kahoma Village and Wahikuli Neighborhoods. Many people moved back months ago. Please don't spread false information.

[@JesseGWald]

@@MisterClear-yc3on Wow you seem to speak with such confidence about people not moving back to Lahaina but I 1000% know for a fact that people are moving back into the Kahoma Village and Wahikuli Neighborhood. Many moved back months ago. Please be more careful not to spread false information.

[@user-gs4fw9zp8t]

Thank you so much for sharing this. It’s good to see progress being made. Thanks!

[@osimnod]

The devastation is so similar to what we experienced through the Camp Fire that nearly destroyed Paradise, CA on 8 Nov 2018. It's been 5 years and the town is recovering but many scars - emotional, physical and historic - remain. Best wishes in your recovery and having hope for the future.

[@AuRowe]

Same happened to Blue River Oregon and Detroit Oregon in the 2020 fires. Even google maps used it as an opportunity to make blue river oregon show up not on the blue river or in the town, but on a random spot of the mckenzie river 10 mins upstream. It was a town on the map until that fire and google immediately changed the towns location

[@lovelyapples7708]

@@AuRowe 🎯📡🌈

[@user-ju8vi4iz7v]

Lahaina DEW. The AF code name ARSON 1 and China satellite DEW that destroyed Lahaina. The Guard supported AF with air to air refueling. Sadly, Joke Biden and China Xi did this for ‘Competition and not Conflict.’ No one was expected to die, and Green was instructed to evacuate Lahaina City orderly, and the newly appointed police chief blundered and caused confusion; many perished. Green goofed badly, not knowing what he approved went back to sleep. Evidence of pinpoint accuracy of targets was arranged. Joke Biden beat China Xi and their weapons of destruction DEW accuracy was coordinated to see who can hit their targets. Joke Biden beat China Xi satellite DEW.

[@donnafricke2542]

Friend grew up in Paradise. Said it was devastating to so many. 😢 This is all so crazy.

[@patrickharris5903]

Seeing the after and then the before brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing and thanks for your work.

[@Jana-wz7dr]

So happy to see real progress. Hope the locals that lost everything are being fairly treated by the government and insurers.

[@philjorgensen1950]

Mahalo for the visual update. Lived in Lahaina for 7+ years. So sad, so grateful.

[@jillwachbrit6630]

Thank you again for this update. I really appreciate it. I hope to get back to Maui as soon as it makes sense--sounds like sometime in 2026. I am impressed that they have cleared 25% of the properties and also so pleased that they are using local workers as a large part of their cleanup crew.

[@enverhally8990]

A very heartfelt and honest assessment and retrospective of the heartbreaking losses but optimism going forward. Thank you.

[@moonrunrs]

Thank you for this video. I just returned from Lahaina/Napili on Monday. The people there are so kind and friendly. I'm glad progress has been made thus far but in my opinion it's not enough. I met so many displaced locals who are still struggling to re-establish themselves. The response by local, state and federal government has been sickening, especially the federal government. The community there needs more help. Badly.

[@franky-fr9ow]

Dang i use to always go to that wharf cinema center and breezing through that iconic front street of the pacific. OMG so unfathomable the devastation 😢

[@LAX2MAUI]

Lahaina is my home away from home. This is difficult to watch but the way you presented it gives me home that it won’t be too long before we too are walking this streets. Thank you for your awesome work.

[@HoppySabbathHomestead]

I grew up in Maui and lahaina was a daily part of my life and the last time I was there was 2011 and I am so sad that I didn't get to see it again before the fires. I look forward to visiting when it is back up and running. Thank you for this video.

[@denisegoodner9096]

Thanks. We had a big fire where I live in California rebuild has been slow but the earth is healing nicely and I do believe it comes back even more beautiful. Soon it will regrowth there too. Keep looking up, the gods are with us

[@smokemjay]

With all the rains, the California foothill brush is bright green. Back in late June 1984, I took a high school graduation trip to Hawaii for 7 days spending about 3 days in Lahaina and going to Moose McGuillycuddy's bar on Front Street. Back then the legal drinking age was 18. I can't remember the hotel where we stayed but that it was a two or three story building and walking distance to Front Street.

[@TheARguy15]

Just returned last night from a week on Maui. The recovery is slow, the roads are still restricted and there are workers at every entrance into the affected areas making sure only residents are allowed access. It was truly sad to see how bad it is. Donated cash at the Round Table Pizza on Kekaa Dr to show my support and made sure we made our purchases at the locals pop up tents and small roadside vendors. Was an amazing time and great talking to the locals. They are so laid back and welcoming. I didn't want to leave and wish I could move my family there as the culture and people are what make it so great.

[@donnafricke2542]

This is so sad. There are no words to explain how I'm feeling. My heart breaks for all the people of Lahaina and Maui.

[@CatherineAltman]

I’ve been watching your videos thanks for the updates!

[@pamelawing5747]

Devastating. My favorite city on the Islands. The people of Maui and Hawaii have suffered terrible losses and I pray that they can begin to feel at peace again and rebuild that beautiful city. I realize that many lost loved ones and that is a very hard thing to come to terms with.

[@user-ju8vi4iz7v]

Lahaina DEW. The AF code name ARSON 1 and China satellite DEW that destroyed Lahaina. The Guard supported AF with air to air refueling. Sadly, Joke Biden and China Xi did this for ‘Competition and not Conflict.’ No one was expected to die, and Green was instructed to evacuate Lahaina City orderly, and the newly appointed police chief blundered and caused confusion; many perished. Green goofed badly, not knowing what he approved went back to sleep. Evidence of pinpoint accuracy of targets was arranged. Joke Biden beat China Xi and their weapons of destruction DEW accuracy was coordinated to see who can hit their targets. Joke Biden beat China Xi satellite DEW.

[@antico.2757]

I spent 3 summers roaming the Front Street area as a young boy in the early 80s. My mom worked at the Wharf and lived in a awesome little ramshackle neighborhood on the ocean down where the Luau center sits now. A stone's throw from the old pier and Jodo Mission. I've always been sad that neighborhood is gone, but all of this is SO heartbreaking! I'm curious to know if they're going to restore the Jodo Mission... Glad to hear some progress is being made on the residence side at least. Thank you for the documentation. Following!

[@Amy-466]

So sad for all who live there... Visited twice and loved the town, so beautiful.

[@johnnyrobishcomedy]

Great video. I used to live in Crossroads Apartments at 767 Luakini St.

[@robyncopp3854]

Thank you so much for making this video. ❤

[@themanironmask]

So unbelievably sad. I'm happy my wife and I made it to Lahaina 8 months before the fire. It's still hard to believe this happened. I loved Lahaina, much like so many others. I pray they can rebuild that community and get tourism back within a few years!

[@kiteblaster]

Thanks for posting. I lived in Lahaina in the '70's and then again in the late '80's. Sad how it got so obliterated....

[@cvonpete]

Hard to watch this without shedding a tear. We were there just a few weeks before the fire and fell in love with Lahaina.

[@stanjames4031]

Breaks my heart. I can’t imagine what the families have gone through.

[@jaysonwing3322]

Jesse, as a many time visitor of Lahaina Town, I really appreciate the updates you have posted of this great Community. I know the videos are “only 12-13 minutes” but the work you put into each recording, editing and narration takes many more hours. Mahalo for all you do. Hope to visit Maui in 2024 and the videos are inspiring for all of those who love the community.

[@user-qy6yf4rn5u]

I appreciate all of your hard work to keep those of us who love Maui & historic Lahaina town updated. I have been there many times. Many lunches at Kimo’s! I am heartsick to see the aftermath of the horrific fire. I am glad however to see all the progress being made to clean up & glad so much of the work is being done by the beautiful people of Maui. The sprit of Aloha will never fade! God bless the people & the hard work being done to restore Lahaina.

[@debclark6026]

Oh my goodness this is devastating!! My family and I were there just a couple of years ago and it was so beautiful!! I know it will be again. Thank you so much for this video. West Maui is my happy place and I look forward to coming back! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@cojaxart8986]

Jesse, So good to have you help us see this. Gut wrenching, to say the least. We had a condo in Lahaina that is now ashes. But we hope it’s available to have what we once had. The fact that the banyan tree survived gives us hope that we can see it all anew again soon. Mahalo and Aloha. ❤❤

[@jayhintze2975]

Breaks my ❤ I love Maui! My family spent many days shopping and eating in Lahaina. We went every spring break. God bless the victims and their families. We’ll be back to check on our friends 😢.

[@jrcorpuz51]

Thank you, Jesse, for providing us with the current video of Lahaina town, specifically Front Street. I have enjoyed walking Front Street repeatedly in the past 8 years. We have a timeshare in West Maui and every day we are there, our first stop is Front Street. I'd sit under the Banyan tree and people-watch! It was great fun and now, I'll never be able to walk on Front Street like it was before. So sad!

[@Sunshine-qk1cs]

Mahalo. Watching this breaks my heart. I continue to pray for the community and hope that one day Lahaina will be full of life once more. May the Lord give every one strength to keep focus on rebuilding 🙏🙏🙏We will come back to visit again. Our love ❣️ From San Francisco California. Aloha

[@ryanashby4089]

I was there some years ago and have been trying to keep track of the recovery since this fire. Subscribed so that I can follow. This isn't an 'I was there' thing. I loved the place and the people and I care to see it and its people recover.

[@marksmith6479]

Thank you for the updates Jesse! I just break out in tears when I watched this one. I love Maui and Lahaina and have traveled there consistently for over 35 years. I was there in December and just devastated with the damage, or at least what I was able to see. My heart and prayers go out to the people of Maui and Lahaina, and the families and friends who lost loved ones. God bless you all. I look forward to your updates and Thank you! God bless you too man!

[@crisleezadrozny6097]

Thank you for making this video. This is absolutely heartbreaking. I used to love walking up and down Front Street. This video really showed how it's all just ashes now. I just can't imagine how the locals must feel,... especially those who lost loved ones in the fire.

[@Goldencitygirl]

Love your updates…sharing information with friends and praying for a complete recovery of everything that was lost…🙏…Blessings to Lahaina from Canada 🇨🇦

[@todddamelio2937]

Excellent work Jesse. Thank you.

[@makalapuamegs1056]

I appreciate the time and what must surely have been a difficult video for you to make Though almost 9 months later we still mourn the loss of our beloved Lahaina Luna. Tears flow and the pain runs deep. Mahalo nui Malama pono ka’aina o Maui!

[@JesseGWald]

Thank you for your support!

[@greglancaster7539]

I live in Chico California 10 miles to the east is Paradise California. Back in November 2018 there was the Camp Fire that took out a town of 30,000. The next day it was determined that at least 95 percent of Paradise was gone and 86 people lost their lives. Now fast forward to 2024 Paradise is being rebuilt there's about 10,000 people living in the town as of April 30 24. Now what in Hawaii is tragic but like Paradise you will rebuild and it's going to take Long time for things to get back to normal but remember if Paradise can do it so can Lihiena... God bless.

[@karlthemel2678]

I visited Lahaina a lifetime ago. It is good to see that work began on some of the historic masonry buildings. I hope they restore/rebuild all of the old buildings. Where complete rebuilding is needed I hope that sea level rise is considered.

[@YasuTaniina]

I've never been to Hawaii, but I believe the more people who watch this the more awareness the locals continue to get from the rest of the country. I'm still quite worried about the local's current situations and pray that you may you all recover and be given a proper chance to rebuild

[@thefleetwoods8015]

Thanks for the update!

[@Sushi4Soup]

Thank you. There are no words...

[@dgsscg]

Keep the videos coming! We love Maui and have visited yearly for 35+ years pre-fire. We love the Plantation Inn and it’s hard to imagine Lahaina in its current state. Sorry we missed seeing the videos that you were forced to take down. Hopefully you can repost soon.

[@juanitakauffman6336]

Thanks for the update.

[@Nancy-sq5kk]

Thank you for the update and brings❤to all the people that live there and lots everything. ❤❤❤

[@ricksmith9606]

Thank you for posting this vid. It brings me to tears.

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸. Maui is one of our best vacation spot almost every year for 20 years. We’ve made it a point not to miss driving down to Lahaina. Watching this video made me sad seeing closely how the town was ruined with fire. We’ve recently spent our vacation in Waikiki Beach and missed going to Maui this year because of this sad catastrophe. We hope to be back in the coming years. Here’s hoping for the best to the community of Lahaina. Always praying for the best years to come. 🥰

[@hilarycohen1470]

Also Maui visitors from Redondo.

[@pennypershing5118]

Thank you for the update. I live on Kauai but haven't been to Maui in over a decade. I didn't realize that the fire covered such a large area.

[@jillr759]

My heart just broke all over again. I can smell the old wood of the Pioneer Inn, the deck, the ice cream pie like it was yesterday. However, I pray for the day of new life.

[@T190.JLS27]

I was only in Lahaina one time, way back in 1977 when I was 12 years old. Yet still, I remember the spirit of the place and I am praying it will be reborn again to capture that Aloha. Praying for the Hawaiian people and long time residents. Thank you for these hopeful updates. 🌴

[@havenhouseproduction205]

Thank you and keep the videos coming. We visited/stayed near Lahaina on most of our 15 or so trips to Maui. We love Lahaina/Maui/Hawaii and hope to be coming back again many times to the rebuilt Lahaina.

[@JesseGWald]

Thank you for your support of Lahaina!

[@michaelmurphy3546]

Thank you for the excellent report and update.

[@davidsheehan8806]

I too feel very sorry for the people of Lahaina but does anyone else think 25% “cleaned up” after 8 months is progress?? No power, no water no rebuilding? Why? These people need help

[@shirleyandrews1152]

Try 5.5yrs in Paradise Ca. The Camp Fire is still haunting us. Driving the roads you see where cars burned the road & people died. The utility co that caused the fire has yet to pay for the destruction. I am moving in my rebuilt house next month with the help of a little ins $ & a charity. Be patient & love one another❤

[@judesharp6185]

I can’t believe how slow it’s taking them to help the people of Lahaina. Any other place would be cleaned up and going along the way and getting better but no they have other plans for this property for the elites.

[@ColletteBarton]

Tears every time I think about that tragedy.

[@margueritewaggener480]

My daughter and I went on a cruise to Hawaii and we went to Lahaina for an excursion. We loved it. I literally cried when the fire swept through the entire area.

[@dfxmonkeyhead]

Thanks, Jesse. Tears welled in my eyes as I watched this, but it brought me joy at the end to be reminded of what once was.

[@russellvoth5161]

Thanks for the update

[@jeffbilbo3313]

Thank you!

[@eilrobichaud]

Thank you for sharing!

[@rbcrain2469]

Jesse, thank you so much for these videos. I lived in Lahaina back in the 70s, and have visited several times since. It feels like part of me is missing

[@jackb1000]

Great videos! You're the best.

[@mrwoodrow]

Great video! thanks!

[@raefamily3141]

Thanks for all the good news!

[@AnnetteWirick]

Thanks for this inciteful video!

[@edhauenstein1835]

Thank you for the updates. Lahaina has always had a special place in my heart. Many good memories of Captain Jack's and everything on Front Street. Praying for a semblance of recovery. Can't wait to come back someday.

[@Birdtoes]

Used to work on Front Street. This makes my heart ache like losing a person you share a lot of history with. 😢 Plant it up and please rebuild in the same style buildings. It will never be the same but I hope businesses rebuild for local jobs, and affordable housing is built for the local working population. Rebuild the senior apartments with a lot of safety features. ❤️❤️❤️

[@hughholmes7655]

So much love and care you give !! Thank you

[@ioshthornton1971]

It was the best walk to and from work and school a being could hope for. Every second there wrought a smile on my face, and seeing it this way is the bane of my eyes.

[@redpat8832]

Very interesting. There are conspiracy theories that the fire was started to allow for a transfer of land. Cannot get a feel for it by your video, but from your narration, it sounds like the locals there expect for things to get back to the way they were before this event. Thanks for this real life view of the way things are and were. 🙏

[@lv4977]

🌺Thank you brother for the update. I'm from Huntington beach CA and I always made my way back to Lahaina once a year. I was there in March 2023. I bought a pair of Maui Jim's on Front St. I treasure them now. My prayers go out for the people of Lahaina❤