Aerosmith singer and Maui homeowner Steven Tyler urges tourists to return to the island

Renowned as the frontman of Aerosmith and a homeowner in Maui, Steven Tyler is often linked with his band’s roots in Boston. However, he holds a deep affection for the Hawaiian island of Maui, where he possesses a residence. In light of the recent devastating wildfires that wreaked havoc on the island’s economy, Tyler is urging tourists to return to Maui to aid in its recovery.

During the inaugural performance of Aerosmith’s farewell tour in Philadelphia, Tyler took the opportunity to address the audience, encouraging them to overcome any apprehensions and revisit the island. Tyler specifically mentioned places like Lahaina, south Maui, Paia, and Hana as destinations that remain untouched by the fires and are still open for travelers to enjoy.

Tyler emphasized the island’s enduring beauty while acknowledging the collective responsibility to enhance it even further. His sentiments reflect the initial caution from officials, including Governor Josh Green, who advised tourists to avoid the island during its recovery phase. However, a subsequent reversal of this advice underscored the undeniable importance of tourism in revitalizing the island’s economy and aiding the residents in returning to normalcy.

It’s noteworthy that Tyler’s daughter, Mia, initially shared the sentiment of discouraging tourism shortly after the fires. The aftermath of the fires has left a significant impact, with 385 individuals reported missing as of Friday. The swift and destructive nature of the fires, fueled by powerful wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, reduced the seaside town of Lahaina to rubble in a matter of hours on August 8th.

The calamity has left half of Lahaina’s population, totaling 12,000 residents, seeking refuge in hotels and temporary vacation rentals. The anticipated timeline for reconstruction spans multiple years and entails a substantial financial commitment in the billions.

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