A brushfire that officials believe was intentionally set in Makakilo today came within 10 to 15 feet of town homes, firefighter said.

The fire, which was reported at 11:25 a.m. came close to the townhomes, but did not cause any damage. One resident was treated for difficulty breathing after trying to ward off the flames with a garden hose, said Honolulu Fire Department Capt. Terry Seelig.
The fire burned about one acre and was contained by 11:54 a.m., Seelig said. Residents reported seeing young adults in the area at the same time the fire began.
"There didn't appear to be much of a clearing between the wild lands and the townhomes," Seelig said. "We usually recommend a clearing between homes and wild lands of 30 to 100 feet."
Wildland fire season in Hawaiçi runs between May and September, during the dryer months.