Maui wildfires renew tensions around water rights in battle over sacred streams
The devastating wildfires that killed at least 115 people occurred below West Maui Land Company’s developments and the Hawaiian communities that rely on the water.
Maui confronts challenge of finding over 800 missing people after deadly wildfires
Maui authorities say anywhere between 500 and 1,000 people remain unaccounted for two weeks after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century destroyed the community of Lahaina.
Help will be provided 'for as long as it takes' to recover from Maui wildfires, Biden says
President Joe Biden told survivors of Hawaii’s wildfires that the nation “grieves with you” and promised that the federal government will help Hawaii “for as long as it takes” to recover from the deadliest wildfire in the United States in more than a century.
Beanie Babies releasing 'Aloha’ bear to benefit victims of Hawaii wildfires
The special edition bear features “Maui Strong" on its chest.
Maui fires: Water remains unsafe to drink and boil - even with filters
Brita filters, devices connected to refrigerators or sinks and even robust, whole-home systems are unlikely to address the “extreme contamination” that can happen after a fire, as being seen in Maui's water right now.
Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation
In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the FEMA could seize their property if they do.
Maui wildfires: Emergency services chief resigns as death toll rises to 111
The head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency, who has been under fire for not activating disaster sirens during last week’s wildfire response, resigned Thursday, citing health reasons.
Elon Musk says SpaceX using Starlink to aid Maui wildfire recovery
The Tesla CEO says SpaceX is providing Starlink satellites to restore internet in Maui after the devastating wildfires.
Hawaii governor pushes to block land grabs as fire-ravaged Maui rebuilds
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green is calling for a long-term moratorium on land sales he said won’t “benefit local people."
Maui wildfires: Death toll rises to 110 as county starts identifying victims
Public schools on Maui are starting the process of reopening and vehicle traffic is moving again in signs of recovery a week after wildfires demolished a historic town and killed at least 110 people.
Mick Fleetwood chartered plane to Maui with relief supplies: reports
Mick Fleetwood was in L.A. visiting family when the fires broke out, destroying his famous Lahaina restaurant, but reportedly flew back as soon as he could – bringing with him much-needed supplies.
What caused Maui wildfire? Videos put scrutiny on electric company over downed power lines
Hawaiian Electric Co. is facing criticism for not shutting off the power amid high wind warnings and keeping it on even as dozens of poles began to topple.
Mootz Pizzeria in Detroit donating some proceeds to Hawaii wildfires
More than 100 people have been confirmed dead after fires ripped through the state, causing billions of dollars in property damage and destroying historic towns.
Former Metro Detroit woman's Hawaii trip ends with terrifying evacuation during wildfires
"About 5 o’clock in the morning my husband said, the power went out," Shari said. "And being from Michigan, Pontiac area, you figure a day or two, everything would be fine."
Hawaii officials work to identify 99 confirmed dead after Maui wildfires as teams search ruins
Hawaii officials are working painstakingly to identify the 99 people confirmed killed in wildfires that ravaged Maui.
United Airlines pilot cuts Maui vacation short, flies tourists off island amid wildfires
Wearing sneakers, shorts, and a polo shirt, Vince Eckelkamp co-piloted a jetliner to help get hundreds of people out of Maui as the wildfires erupted.
Death toll climbs to 96 in Maui wildfires as Hawaii's governor warns more people could be found dead
Hawaii’s governor is warning that scores more people could be found dead following the wildfires on Maui.
Maui fire death toll climbs to 93, now the deadliest wildfire in modern US history
Emergency workers with axes and cadaver dogs are marking the ruins of Maui homes with a bright orange X for an initial search and HR when they find human remains.
Maui fire death toll climbs to at least 89 as survivors return to ruins
The new death toll Saturday came as federal emergency workers with axes and cadaver dogs picked through the aftermath of the blaze.
Maui wildfires: 67 dead as residents slowly return to charred remains of historic town
The number of confirmed deaths from the Maui wildfires has increased to 67.