Lahaina Maui - Rebuild Update - New Driving Tour November 2024

[@donlehocky7348]

Great that you are doing this. I have shared it to one of my FB pages so people in the northeast US can see the progress. We get no news from HI.

[@suzannetilley6786]

I lived in Kihei for 6-1/2 years and frequented Lahaina often. The fire damage was heartbreaking to me. I worked for NaHoku and knew some of the staff on the Front St location. Some friends from my church who lived in one of the housing areas managed to leave in time and miraculously the fire stopped at their back fence of their home that was still standing. I have followed all of your videos and appreciate then very much, thank you!

[@janiedelara3103]

Thank you for the update. I spent nearly 6 months there working claims for the fire victims, and I loved each person I met and had the opportunity to work for. I think about certain individuals daily and wish them all so much happiness for the future. ❤

[@JesseGWald]

Thank you!

[@goodoakpress]

Thank you Jesse for the update. After your last video I signed up to be a monthly donor for Habitat for Humanity to help with the rebuild, so I really appreciate seeing the progress.

[@judyt.3228]

I love Maui and the sweet people that live on the Island...Wishing you much healing and happiness in your life! It's so sad, this happened to you!😢

[@melspeaches69]

Is Baby Beach open to the public yet? Coming in July and this beach is one the the places we'd like to go.

[@rallysport5150]

Thank you Jesse for these comprehensive reports on Lahaina. It is a good thing to see with our own eyes. It tells the story and compliments your through reporting. Your Drone work is amazing as well. Nice to see progress, no matter how small. Maui nō ka ʻoi

The video was very informative and Jesse your balanced and calm with respect perspectives are much appreciated. We Love Maui and it is heart warming to see Lahaina's recovery moving ahead. Looking forward to being on Maui soon!

[@DiscoveringTheFoothills]

I love Lahaina❤ Every summer that’s where I wanted to vacation. I’ve never been to Europe because I always just wanted to go back to Maui. My heart hurt watching that fire & the loss of life. And of course watching the entire charming town go down in flames! I love your videos & the progress. Thank you!

[@jillwachbrit6630]

Thank you again for this update. Glad to hear that the commercial properties are 90% cleared. We really need the businesses to return to Lahaina to provide more employment opportunities for the residents.

[@donchennavasin6726]

Thank you, Jesse! Appreciate you keeping awareness of the recovery.

[@robertastill9296]

Th KS for the update

[@DocTgo5]

Thanks again for the time and effort you invest in these videos.

[@leftymagoo2710]

A very sobering experience driving with you thru the devastated areas. I will donate to HFH based on Maui, based on your recommendation. I am still contributing to the Food Bank on Maui. Thanks for your time and good luck with your real estate ventures.

[@dianeparnes3877]

@leftymagoo2710 - a big MAHALO for your donations. We islanders appreciate your generosity very much. ❤

[@judierickson7166]

And maybe someday Ill be able to watch withour crying. Mahalo for all you do!

[@colleenmelton1558]

It's so good to see all green....Folks you have done wonders....Have appreciated your up dates on Maui...Yes I have driven those streets so many times...hope you can keep up the news...Thanks...

[@colecarrabello3504]

Been going to Maui since 2001. Lahaina has always held a special place in my heart, and the people of Maui was my first experience of a completely different culture. No other culture has ever had as profound an impact on me as the people of Maui. My heart is heavy for all of them, and I will not return until they have had their privacy and space while they endure this tragedy. I wish I knew the last time I was in Lahaina, just months before, would be the last I’d ever see it like I had through childhood and adulthood. Thanks for the video, hang on to your Aloha my friends.

[@nancyshelton7221]

Thank you Jesse for keeping us updated with your videos.❤

[@margaretanderson95]

Thank you for this update. Without folks like you we cannot imagine the progress that has been made. I am excited to see downtown Lahaina.

[@pamelavanhorn-beagle5879]

You are very kind and compassionate in your presentation. I am very proud of you. Mahalo for caring❤

[@JohnTussey]

As always, thank you Jesse.

[@stevewoodard527]

Thanks for the update, from AZ.

[@jrcorpuz51]

Thanks for the video update! It was wonderful to see the progress. Keep the faith and keep making the videos! We appreciate it! Mahalo!

[@poonekar]

Hey Jesse, you touched upon it briefly, but do you know how fast the rebuilding of businesses is going on in Lahaina? I feel if businesses bounce back soon, the revenue they generate will trickle down to the residents, which would in turn help the locals rebuild their homes sooner. Also, even though it's very unfortunate that Maui has to be rebuilt, is there a silver lining in that it is looked upon as an opportunity to be built better than it was before? Are there any examples of that?

[@RhondaSmith-r6e]

Thankyou for the update - best wishes to all of you ❤

[@pamelavanhorn-beagle5879]

Thanks!

[@JesseGWald]

Thanks for your support!!!

[@mauiskater]

This is my first street view of most of this and is still painful to see. I’m still working with wildfire survivors for the past year in housing assistance. It’s going to be a long journey but I know we will get there together. Mahalo for your videos. Even though I do this work daily myself photos and videos still are difficult for me. Your videos are the only source since it’s still even hard for me to see in person. Aloha ❤❤❤

[@ZenWithKen]

Thank you !

[@MarshaWaldArtofLivingMaui]

Great video. So helpful to see all the progress 🌺🙏🏾

[@galendrent6499]

Thankyou for the update, very good information

[@alicejhanson86]

Thank you for your updates.

[@upspincreek2210]

Many thanks, for sharing!!!

[@iramiyahira8301]

Encouraging video ❤❤❤

[@jayneterry8701]

I just watched Oct vid and had asked about places of worship. Jesus is coming back building answered my question. That 3 of the 4 buildings you lived in are still standing very interesting! Ty for your updates. Though I dont come from there im sure it is a healing for those who did.💗

[@DeeKatt-h9z]

It's healing watching, but so difficult seeing where I had hoped to spend the rest of my days all gone. I lived and contributed freely trying to always make things better in Lahaina, mostly for decades. I suffer so much being one of the last out on 08-08. I've received no help promised since December, 2023. To have EVERYTHING I've earned my whole life gone and now in poverty with everlasting injuries is hard to bare. I saved others, yet now when in need, I have no basic help, no social services, no financial. So very few care. I was just beginning to heal from circumstances beyond my control when this destroyed everything.I can't buy basic needs. At least I'm getting food stamps, but NOTHING else. Huge doctor shortage. Cost of living is getting ridiculously out of hand. Bullying and racism celebrated. Little respect for elders. Please pray for me. Every day seems to bring MORE difficulties, instead of less.

[@annmarieschantz9724]

Thanks for the video. It looks so much like a war zone!! I can't imagine what it must of been like for people that live there. It won't be forgotten for a long time. God bless the great people of Lahina!!❤❤

[@DeeKatt-h9z]

It was awful. Fireworks are out of hand. Had to experience the same symptoms of PTSD all over again with huge setbacks due to illegal "bombs" going off non stomp. Google Honolulu Oahu 4 deaths, 40 injured New Years Eve. It's like that everywhere, almost. Corruption and stupidity for wasting money on things that hurt every living thing, is NOT a Hawaiian tradition.

[@PapaSpahr]

Thanks' Jesse on the latest update. We are making plans to visit the island soon. Watching the progress is exciting, but they have a long way to go. I hope the money lasts. I look forward to your next one Aloha.

[@joancoleman1228]

If the fire was started by downed power lines, would this not be a good time to bury those lines, before reconstruction gets started? Is that being discussed? I realize might be feasible or affordable, but it would be nice to improve the infrastructure. It looks like some of the town already has buried utilities?

[@klausg.355]

Thank you for the update. 😎 I visited beautiful Maui (and other Hawaiian Islands) years ago and know "the old" Lahaina and the giant Banyan-Tree. Greetings from Germany and all the best ... 😞😞😞

[@unamor2004]

Jesse, thank you for such an informative update, for the time you take to do the driving and the editing. It is really great to see Lahaina from the road. I wonder if you have any idea how much it costs the average person to rebuild the average house there? Are many locals wealthy enough to pay for their old mortgage and take on a new loan for rebuilding? I'm super glad you mentioned Habitat for Humanity - that is a fantastic way to directly help the people of Lahaina. Thank you again for all you do. I look forward to every video you produce! :-)

[@Buasop]

I am following your channel for these videos. I've never been there, but I live in Paradise, California. Yesterday was the 6th anniversary of the Camp Fire, the second deadliest fire in US history. I wish we had kept the record at #1, but then came Lahaina.

[@BillKoder]

God bless Maui

[@jaimepantalan]

how did you keep your camera clean ?? Great job.Greetings 🥰

[@bolge7777]

Interesting Jesse even for an Aussie, I hope all those that want to return are able to !!!!

[@annmodzelewski9902]

Another great video. I just looked up the cost of those condos in Kahoma Village… wow, expensive . I understand why, but my goodness.

[@lyleebates1491]

Hi, I'm new to your channel would you mind if you can show us what Is the update of 1396 kahoma st, lahaina , Maui Hawaii.

[@marlamartin7721]

My family is heading there soon. I would love some recommendations on how we can support the local businesses while there. I don't want to end up supporting the most convenient options. Thank you.

[@KatrinaSquires-x1t]

Where are ALL of the misplaced people who lived here? There are so many homes gone... (SAD!) 😢

[@TheCapGuy]

Thanks Jesse. You are the Best🎉

[@VickiHarris-bi3fb]

I can't believe Lahaina shore did not burn. I worked at whaler's Market place. Right next door in the flower shop and it is all gone.

[@MishasAdventures]

I was at Mala Pier September to scuba dive, and didn’t see the boat.

[@colleenmelton1558]

Life is just toooo short...for us all....More than ever we all in the USA...to seek PEACE..within ourselfs.....we are strong..repect your & love....Thanks..MY beloved Maui.....

[@CherylHager-vm5yd]

Thanks! I use to do hair on Luikini st

[@candykane4271]

I still think that the streets need to be re thought. Better city planning. It seems like if there was another street and more ways to access more streets….it wouldn’t have been so difficult to get out. I know it’s gonna be hot property but a guarantee there is an exit is gonna make people feel secure.

[@robinritchie323]

Many accesses to neighborhoods can be unlocked and victims could have not died.

[@michaelthomas366]

Why havent they started rebuilding Front Street yet ? They are moving way too slow regardless of the progress

[@robinritchie323]

There are Hawaiian groups opposing any buildings, and historic site buildings and being rebuilt by the land owners or foundations.

[@robinritchie323]

The building permits are useless unless you can get Hawaiian Electric to install permit. One friend got Hawaiian electric’s response of “well you are suing us”

[@ynoT_46]

Thanks for sharing these videos. My friends were missionaries at the Lahaina Baptist Church for 8 years. I've noticed in your drone videos the church doesn't look like it sustained too much damage from the fire but it's my understanding that it's still closed. Do you have any information or updates on the church?

[@golferpro1241]

It should be rebuilt by 2098. We’ll be waiting.

[@garyirwin9193]

Any updates on when the ferry to Lana’i might resume?

[@pamelavanhorn-beagle5879]

It sails out of Maalea 2-3 times a day…..for now.

[@OneVoter-y6m]

I heard there is building moving forward on Alio Street.

[@ssshipmack]

What is being done to restore/rebuild historical landmarks and museums?

[@jimakaracerx]

Thank you so much for this video update. Non-residents do not have access to the harbor/breakwater area for surfing? Correct? 🤙

[@Loki-rascal]

I'm not a resident but I still surf there whenever I want to.

[@mauiskater]

Limahana is so different. That is so weird to not see those buildings there😢

[@LisaHaddrell]

1 year and it still looks like a ghost town. where are the people to tell their stories as they are now

[@ChristineKing-i5c]

Just watched another video funny how old plywood boxes didn’t burn but boats on the harbour did

[@brendaryan306]

Is Snorkle Bob's by the Jesus coming soon sign? Thank you for making these videos. When I visit a place as a tourist, I really try to learn about the community and respect the local people and culture. Although bittersweet, It is good to see this rebuilding happening. Habitat for Humanity is an awesome organization that I have had the opportunity to volunteer for herw in Minneapolis/St. Paul.. Hauleakula (sp?_ is one of my favorite places on Earth. Are there new building requirements to protect homes from burning again?

[@hotrox2112]

How is it even possible that the Local Loons voted in the same Govt that toasted them out of their community?

[@janicecuevas3964]

I think Jeff Bezos, one of the richest people in the world can donate a little bit more than $3 million dollars🤷🏻‍♀️

[@StevenAndre-t9m]

How about a simple “thank you”.

[@sherylbaldwin2675]

Where is the Lahiana Resort?

[@Kurkuma10]

Hello ! I have heard a lot about this tragic event with the fire in Lahaina*I generally had a strong conviction based on information from independent media that this fire was not accidental, although the conditions were indeed favorable for its occurrence...*Based on your video reports and other video sources about this event, I am strengthened in my conviction that the event occurred as a result of human/human interference (?)..*There are too many facts that, according to the probability calculation, had a very small chance of happening ...AT THE SAME TIME*The same applies to the physics of combustion, temperature and "selectivity" of fire locations*Regarding the blocking of the evacuation of the Lahaina population by the local police, this simply comments itself..*Irresistibly, I ask myself who could have benefited the most...from the complete destruction of the town, along with...the killing of the property owners...and I think most thinking people have already known the answer...I pray that the Lord God will give wisdom and strength to the Lahaina community so that you can EFFECTIVELY face it adversities and that no one will benefit from your harm...*Best regards from Poland

[@ericnonya3650]

Well over $10 million has been spent on 24 hr a day Security detail for Lahaina is my understanding

[@Michael-j4h]

Why no rebuilding ?

[@TheScottpyke]

Did the lahainaluna highschool survive?

[@TheNerdistheWord]

You can’t force people to not sell if they need to move

[@jackiemansfield8325]

Are there any aloha people still living in the islands, or they all moved to Las Vegas? 😏

[@bettyrose5755]

What happens to the missing children?

[@billsmith5109]

There weren’t any missing children. That was all just lies. The liars never could provide a name of a missing child. If you disagree, provide a name.

[@patanderson7136]

Where are the people, who lost their homes, living now?

[@anncowan4530]

Enjoyed your videos tremendously 🌺. Anyony thought about getting a herd of goats to clean all the wild growth?

[@jimbayler4277]

Cookie cutter Condos ?! That's not Hawaii or Maui. They could be any of Hundreds of Condo Complexes on the Mainland ! There is very little of Lahaina's character was shown.

[@carolj-m8685]

That’s because that was what burned, video shows how all the older areas were decimated, but newer more affluent areas survived, due to building materials, planting, but videos shows the reality.

[@jimbayler4277]

@@carolj-m8685 True.... Lahaina will never have its flavor or atmosphere back if the rebuild ends up looking like those Condos. It will just look like any number of similar places on the Mainland. There is no denying the devastation that took place, and it will take many years to recover. We know what it looked like and felt like before. We also had10 members of our extended Ohana displaced by the Fires. It is just sickening what was lost. My gripe is that this video felt more like a Real Estate Viewing.

[@jeannieborders1398]

Listen to Art Bell Nick Begich HAARP 2:50

[@destinycoach5]

thanks for the video tour update. I am very interested in to keep up with what is happening in this town. Has anything been found out about the 20000 missing children? Was that a legit number of kid? If so its just strange that there is not a mass manhunt for them. what is the truth about them?

[@alicejhanson86]

No missing children. All are accounted for. Ridiculous misinformation and conspiracy theories early on.

[@autumnnoelle5221]

2,000 not 20,000

[@Loki-rascal]

It's all garbage nonsense

[@kofd04]

They even brought a neon sign, Jesus is coming...

[@Loki-rascal]

Yeah, totally promoting garbage nonsense

[@judyt.3228]

Thank you Jeff Bezo!!!!!!! You have a kind ❤ send more money!!!!! It's much needed!!!! 🌴

[@AdventureAryck]

Look at Bezos net worth. If the average family has a net worth of $100,000 this would be the same as them donating $.99. I’ve donated thousands and I know others have as well. For that to equal out to Bezos, he would have to donate 2.25 billion. It’s all about percentages Judy. Not so impressive now. Not trying to be an asshole, just putting it in perspective. Remember that was also tax deductible which I am sure he has to hit a certain number each year. And at the end of the day, it is better than a sharp stick in the eye, but if I told you I donated 99 cents to Lahaina, you wouldn’t think it was very impressive. Beyoncé, Obamas, Hollywood will make sure they get coverage on donations they make, then compare it to their net worth, sometimes comes out to if you or I donated a dime. It’s all about the percentages not the dollars.Remember Oprah conned the corrupt Hawaiian government to sell her 1000 acres for $6 mil. Guess how many acres she donated to help homeless Hawaiians? 0! Read about her naughty school in Africa. Be careful the false idols you worship. They are nothing more than silver tongued snake oil salesmen

[@judyt.3228]

I absolutely agree with you!!! I know all of this... Oprah owns enough of Maui to give each family one acre!!!!!! I do not like them, so much money and not helping to the fullest!!!! I know for myself if I had 50 million it would be handed over to the families....this was a land grab!

[@judyt.3228]

@@AdventureAryck yes, my reply , you are absolutely correct! This was a land grab and so many involved. Look who owns a lot of land already in Maui ,and why couldn't they return the land back to the Hawaiian people???? Greed

[@roselinefrye615]

I used to live at 1595 Kuuipo Street...my Dad helped build that house...my Maiden name is Medeiros...my Sister sold that house, but I did not any papers, because my Dad said that the house was to be divided between 3 of us...my Sister, Brother & Myself...I never nor my Brother signed that paper to sell...& my Sister took all the money 💰

[@autumnnoelle5221]

Awful!

[@AdventureAryck]

Thanks for the update. I’ve spent a little time on Maui but many years in Kauai. How the Biden administration has handled this is absolutely disgraceful. 200 billion to Ukraine and the Middle East. Pennies for HI!! DISGUSTING!! Let Hawaii secede. All of the Hawaiians I am friends with hate America and the colonization. People get worked up about Ukraine yet we’ve done the same thing to Hawaii. Set them free!! It amazes me the Hawaii continues to vote for a party that loves to victimize them. Hawaiians are strong, hardworking, family oriented people. Hawaiians are conservatives, they just don’t know it, they have just been preached to that they are victims. Stand up for yourselves and take your land back!!!

[@Cherrysmith2809]

Stop! You are misinformed. I live here. The Feds have spent billions to detox and clear an entire town of the debris, and to place all the residents in housing, rent free, which is ongoing. They set up recovery centers to help with all concerns, they are putting in new sewer systems and so much more. Rebuilding the structures is, of course, up to the owners and their insurance companies. What more do you want? You have Trump now. He will hand over Ukraine to Putin, despite the geopolitical damage that may do. Try being happy and supportive.

[@joeknight5974]

Well said , very well said!!!

[@colecarrabello3504]

I have been good friends with Hawaiians that respect the people that respect them, local or not.

[@dizzotizzo69]

Jeff Bezos giving $3 Million is like a nickel to him.

[@jamesh1641]

Not enough labor to rebuild. You are all dreaming if you even remotely think in 25 years it will be anything near what it was. It’s all about island economics. Keep voting Blue. I’m sure they’ll help you.