IHOP Hawaii Employees Honored for Preventing Fire at Mililani Shopping Center

Three IHOP Hawaii employees are being honored for their heroic response to a fire incident at Town Center of Mililani, with recognition taking place during the 2025 Pineapple Drop New Year's Eve Celebration. Liane, Jourdan, and Brandy, team members at IHOP Mililani, reacted immediately when a random individual set a decorative pineapple on fire in the loading dock area, extinguishing the flames before the fire could spread to the building and surrounding businesses.

The Town Center of Mililani selected the three employees for special recognition during this year's Pineapple Drop celebration as they unveil their newly designed pineapple, highlighting the employees' calm decision-making, teamwork, and commitment to protecting others. The Pineapple Drop celebration is a cherished New Year's Eve tradition that brings together families, businesses, and community members from across the island, with honoring local heroes during the event reflecting the spirit of aloha and the importance of looking out for one another.

"This recognition is incredibly well-deserved," said Chasity Brede, IHOP Hawaii Area Manager. "Liane, Jourdan, and Brandy demonstrated leadership, awareness, and heart in a moment that truly mattered. We couldn't be prouder of them." The incident occurred at Town Center of Mililani, one of Central Oʻahu's premier shopping destinations, where the employees' quick thinking prevented what could have been significant property damage and potential harm to community members.

IHOP Hawaii extends its sincere gratitude to the Town Center of Mililani for recognizing these outstanding employees and celebrating the everyday heroes who help keep the community safe. The recognition underscores how ordinary individuals can make extraordinary differences in critical moments, serving as an important reminder of the value of preparedness and community responsibility in public spaces.