On December 31, 2024, the Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) received a 911 call at 11:59 p.m. and responded to a medical emergency at 4137 Keaka Drive in Aliamanu with one unit staffed with four personnel. The first unit arrived on scene at 12:07 a.m., at the same time as Emergency Medical Services (EMS), to find multiple people injured due to a fireworks explosion at the exterior of the residence. An additional eight HFD units were requested.

HFD personnel ensured there was no fire, assessed the structure, conducted a search and assisted EMS with patient triage, treatment and transport to the awaiting ambulance units. Tragically, there were two fatalities.

The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the displaced residents. All HFD personnel were accounted for with no injuries reported.

An investigation has been initiated to determine the origin and cause as well as to provide damage estimates. An update will be sent out once the final investigation report is complete.