The Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) Fire Investigator has classified the cause of the fire that occurred on October 4, 2026 at 966 California Avenue in Wahiawa as accidental. It was determined that the fire originated in the convenience store of the gas station when electrical arcing occurred in the LED light ballast located above the coffee station. The arcing ignited wire insulation resulting in burning material falling on top of combustible materials on the counter below. The estimated fire loss is $35,000, including $20,000 in property damage and $15,000 in damaged contents.
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