Honolulu, HI – Woman Hospitalized in House Fire on Kalihi St

Honolulu, HI (May 18, 2025) – Honolulu firefighters rescued a woman Friday morning, May 16, as her Kalihi Valley home went up in flames.

The Honolulu Fire Department received a 911 call at 10:27 a.m. for a fire deep in the valley on Kalihi Street. According to HFD officials, the woman who was inside the home climbed onto the roof to escape. She was later rescued and hospitalized; according to Emergency Medical Services, the woman was listed in stable condition. However, it’s unclear how many other people were hurt. No further details were released; witnesses were asked to get in touch with the HPD right away if they had additional information related to the fire.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their family members at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Injury-Causing Fires in Hawaii

Residential and commercial fires remain a grim reality nationwide. U.S. fire departments responded to roughly 344,600 home structure fires in 2023, causing an estimated 2,600 civilian deaths and more than 11,000 injuries. Cooking accidents top the list of causes, but electrical faults, heating equipment, and intentional acts all add to the danger.

Even a “moderate” burn can saddle a patient with medical bills approaching $200,000—before factoring in follow-up surgeries, lost income, reduced earning capacity, and the emotional toll of scarring and trauma. When another party’s negligence sparks the blaze, you should not have to shoulder those costs alone. A successful fire-injury claim can demand compensation for:

• Emergency care, hospitalization, and future medical treatment
• Reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and diminished earning power
• Pain, suffering, and permanent disfigurement
• Necessary support services and mental health counseling

Securing full and fair recovery often requires a meticulous investigation to uncover every liable party—whether that is a careless landlord, a product manufacturer, or a subcontractor who ignored fire-safety codes. The personal-injury team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner has spent more than two decades guiding Hawaiʻi families through complex fire cases. We gather the evidence, negotiate with insurers, and, when needed, present a compelling case in court so you can focus on healing.

If you or someone you love has suffered burn injuries in a residential or commercial fire, reach out today for a free consultation. We will fight to obtain the financial relief and measure of justice your recovery demands. We are determined to help our clients recover both financially and physically in the easiest and fastest way possible. If you were hurt in a fire caused by the negligent actions of another person, or if you have lost a loved one due to a negligently caused fire, contact our burn injury lawyers at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner today by calling (808) 537-2525. 

Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports and local and state police incident reports to create these posts. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this particular accident, so if there is any information that is incorrect, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner right away so that we can update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available. 

Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical assistance immediately.