Spreckelsville home fire causes $185,000 in damage

Update: 5:50 a.m. Jan. 19, 2024

A structure fire in Spreckelsville was reported at a home on Ulupua Place at around 3:31 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a fire in a rear ʻohana unit of the main structure.

Fire officials say hose lines were extended to quickly bring the fire under control. A portion of Hāna Highway was closed due to heavy smoke and has since reopened to traffic.

The fire was brought under control at around 3:50 p.m., and investigators remained on scene at around 5:30 p.m. Mop-up, salvage and overhaul operations were ongoing.

The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental and began on the covered lānai at the rear of the property. Damage to the structure was estimated at $105,387 and $80,000 damage to the contents.

Responding units included: Engine 2, Engine 10, Rescue 10, Tanker 10 and a battalion chief.

There were no injuries reported. Fire officials say one resident was displaced as a result of smoke and fire damage.