A year after the devastating wildfires swept across Maui in the Hawaiian Islands, the scars remain visible, and the questions about what went wrong linger. These fires, which caused widespread destruction, have been attributed to a combination of natural and human factors, exacerbated by systemic failures at multiple levels. The primary cause was an unprecedented drought that gripped the Hawaiian Islands, turning lush landscapes into tinderboxes. This drought, driven by climate change, created conditions ripe for wildfires, with dry vegetation acting as fuel. Additionally, strong winds from a nearby hurricane contributed to the rapid spread of the flames, making containment efforts nearly impossible. However, the natural causes were only part of the problem. Criticism has been leveled at the inadequate infrastructure and emergency preparedness in Maui. Being 2,000 miles away from the US mainland, the islands' remote location complicated the deployment of resources and support. Furt...