It's a bit ironic you mention this when I almost said something similar in my earlier post.
I can't recall the origin of the report—either Quebec or Toronto based—that said, practically, the same thing about the fires in Canada. It was suggested that Canada's focus on renewables resulted in the lack of focus on preventative measures.
I heard the same thing about Hawaii's leadership: focused on renewables versus prevention.
I know this is a simplistic view, but here goes. I know if I don't cut my lawn I'll see snakes. With the rain we've had the last few weeks my back yard went two and a half weeks without being mowed. What do you know!! When I cut it Saturday I saw three snakes.
So, if I don't cut my yard there's a good chance I'll see snakes, right? On the same hand, if people don't clear out dead brush who would have thought it was prime to catch on fire?

Literally, something a six year old Boy Scout could tell you.