Following the firestorm in Lahaina, fire safety is more of a priority for rebuilding. Even though it was confined to Lahaina, nearly any area of Maui could be susceptible to fire. Fire safety should be an integral part of a new home design. Some buildings in the affected areas did not burn completely. Many were built according to modern building codes and integrated updated building materials and techniques that prevented the fire from destroying the structure. These single and multifamily buildings included noncombustible materials for the walls, metal, and asphalt shingle roofs, and high wind-rated attic vents that kept embers out of attic spaces. Fire Shielding From flying embers that can go unnoticed to a nearby blaze, the home’s exterior is the first line of defense. • … [Read more...] about Fire Safety in Maui Home Design