A year after Maui’s deadly fires: What went wrong?

A year ago, in August 2023, the most deadly fire in modern US history struck Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

Yet why were so many people trapped by the advancing flames?

James Clayton investigates why it was so hard to escape the town – including an interview with survivors and Maui’s mayor.

The investigation shows, in forensic detail, how road blocks and communications errors exacerbated the problems.

Made by Regan Morris and Ben Derico.