HFD Fire Chief Kalani Hao and Deputy Fire Chief Jason Samala on the 175th anniversary of the department

from The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi · host Mayor Rick Blangiardi

On this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Honolulu Fire Department Fire Chief Kalani Hao and Deputy Fire Chief Jason Samala join host Brandi Higa to discuss the 175th anniversary ceremony for the department held on Jan. 11, 2026 (3:06). Then, both men talk about how far the department has come since its early days as a volunteer fire department (15:03). Later, Chief Hao and Deputy Chief Samala explain advancements in technology and safety for the department going forward (17:44).

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