After a thorough review of the plan HECO submitted in January 2025, the Wildfire Safety Advocates of Waikoloa (WSAW) has filed formal comments with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) urging them not to approve it. We believe this plan fails our community and the spirit of the law.

WSAW met with Hawaii County Department of Water Supply to advance emergency evacuation routes & resilient water solutions for wildfires. Read about the progress on utility road access & solar power for wells.

Hawaii County Council approves $2.5M to design Waikoloa's second access road, a historic first step after 17 years of advocacy. Read about the community's major victory for wildfire safety.

Data proves Waikoloa's 2nd road is a vital investment. Our actuarial report shows a $27.5M cost is dwarfed by the value of lives saved, using USDOT & Lahaina settlement data. Preventing just 2 fatalities justifies the project. Read the expert analysis.

A WSAW report reveals Waikoloa's water supply is vulnerable during outages, with only a 48-hour backup for 50% of wells. Learn the risks and how community action is critical for fire safety.

WSAW urges Mayor Alameda to fund Waikoloa's second access road, a "very high priority" since 2008. With the highest wildfire risk in the US, the community cannot wait any longer for a safe evacuation route.

Get the latest update on Waikoloa's second access road! Read our summary of the decisive December 2024 meeting with Mayor Alameda, outlining the action plan for an emergency route by 2025 and a permanent arterial road by 2027. Learn how you can help.