‘I’m just waiting and waiting’: Filipino survivors feel left out of Maui fire recovery efforts

Filipino immigrants made up about 40% of Lahaina’s pre-fire population – but many feel left behind in a systemic failure that reflects Hawaii’s colonial history

Alfred Dasugo, 84, says he’s tired of waiting for help.

A Filipino immigrant, Dasugo has called Lahaina home for more than a half century. As a young musician, he performed at the Royal Lahaina Resort with famed ukulele player Nelson Waikiki. Later, he spent 25 years working for Maui county parks and recreation, coaching volleyball and basketball to generations of youths.