Maui Wildfires and Sunscreen Regulations

This chapter examines the devastating aftermath of the wildfires in Maui, highlighting the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century and the frustrations of residents amid a slow government response. It explores the critical role of tourism in the local economy and the impact of utility shutdowns on firefighting efforts, along with the failures of emergency alert systems. The latter part of the chapter transitions to a discussion on U.S. sunscreen regulations, comparing them with those in Korea, and the public health implications of using effective sunscreen products.