On Maui, a desperate plea to tourists: Please return When the deadly wildfires ignited on Maui, tourists were turned away. Three weeks later, business owners are eager for them visit — responsibly. WEKU · Aug 30, 2023
Unclear how many in Lahaina lost lives as Hawaii authorities near the end of their search for dead Crews in Hawaii have all but finished searching for victims of the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century, and it is unclear how many people perished The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023
Hawaii Tax Deadline Extended After Devastating Wildfires The Hawaii tax deadline has been extended by the IRS following devastating wildfires. Here's what impacted residents should know. Kiplinger · Aug 29, 2023
This cafe never closed after Lahaina's fires, extending a lifeline of normalcy At Java Jazz, locals displaced by the fires can reconnect, share a drink and listen to music. "We felt like, we will continue on with life," the owner says. "We can't just go and throw in the towel." WEKU · Aug 29, 2023
Hawaiian Electric pushes back on claims of negligence after Maui wildfires Utility company rejects Maui County lawsuit accusing it of contributing to deadly blazes that tore through communities. Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2023
Shutting off power to reduce wildfire risk on windy days isn’t a simple decision – an energy expert explains the trade-offs electric utilities face Maui County is suing Hawaiian Electric, claiming the utility was negligent for not shutting off power as strong winds hit the island in the hours before the city of Lahaina burned. While the cause of the devastating Aug. 8, 2023, wildfire is still under investigation, forecasters had warned that powerful… The Conversation · Aug 28, 2023
Maui's surf pros paddle out with kids from Lahaina for a healing surf session Families displaced by wildfire get a welcome reprieve as a surf session for kids and families gave them a chance for a normal Saturday. WEKU · Aug 28, 2023
How 19th-century pineapple plantations turned Maui into a tinderbox Land privatization and water depletion set the stage for the Lahaina fire 150 years ago. Now, land companies may benefit even more The Guardian - US · Aug 27, 2023
Hawaii authorities evacuate area of Lahaina due to brush fire near site of deadly blaze A brush fire is prompting Maui authorities to evacuate residents from a neighborhood in Lahaina, just a few miles from the site recently ravaged by blazes The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2023
Max Holloway channeled Lahaina mana for UFC knockout, eyes fourth Alexander Volkanovski fight The UFC's return to Singapore was emotional for Max Holloway, who represented Hawaii proudly weeks after wildfires killed over 100. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 26, 2023
UFC Fight Night 225 bonuses: Max Holloway’s Fight of Night dedicated to Lahaina, Maui After UFC Fight Night 225, four fighters picked up an extra $50,000 for their performances in Singapore. Check out the winners. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 26, 2023
After America’s summer of extreme weather, ‘next year may well be worse’ A freakish season of record temperatures, wildfire smoke and the destruction of Lahaina could soon become normal, climate experts say The Guardian - US · Aug 26, 2023
Hawaii's cherished notion of family, the 'ohana, endures in tragedy's aftermath Hundreds of homes are gone, scores of lives lost and hundreds of people still missing after a fire ripped through the town of Lahaina The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2023
Lahaina was expensive before the fire. Some worry rebuilding will price them out Since the fire residents have gotten multiple calls from realtors offering to buy their land. Activists want a role in planning, to keep developers from pushing out those who call Lahaina home. WEKU · Aug 26, 2023
WEKU · Aug 25, 2023 Lahaina wants closure. Authorities plead for patience Search and recovery teams say the work to identify human remains in Lahaina is grueling and complicated by the fact that the fire burned so hot, even just making a positive ID is difficult.
The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2023 Maui wildfire victims: What we know about the 115 people killed as nearly 400 remain missing Maui wildfire that broke out in early August has become of the US’s deadliest disasters
Al Jazeera · Aug 25, 2023 Q&A: Maui wildfires ‘an acceleration of injustices’ long felt on island Al Jazeera speaks to Kaniela Ing, director of Green New Deal Network, about devastating Hawaii blazes and what’s next.
WEKU · Aug 25, 2023 Up First briefing: Trump's busy week; extremism in a hit song; 'miracle' Lahaina house From counterprogramming for a GOP debate to a booking on charges in Georgia, Trump had a busy week. A hit country song raises extremism red flags. A "miracle house" stands unscathed in Lahaina.
Al Jazeera · Aug 25, 2023 Maui County sues Hawaii power company for negligence leading to fires The Hawaiian Electric company is said to have failed to shut off power despite a recent drought and high winds.
Evening Standard · Aug 25, 2023 Maui County sues Hawaiian Electric power company over deadly wildfires Witness accounts say power lines ignited fires as utility poles snapped in hurricane winds
The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2023 Maui county sues Hawaiian Electric Company over deadly Lahaina fires Lawsuit alleges utility company knew high winds ‘would topple power poles, knock down power lines, and ignite vegetation’
WEKU · Aug 25, 2023 Maui County sues Hawaiian Electric Co. for damages from disastrous fires The civil suit filed Thursday seeks a jury trial and "punitive and exemplary damages" to recoup costs and loss of revenue from the deadly wildfires.
The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023 Maui County sues utility over fires that ravaged Lahaina, alleging negligence Maui County has sued Hawaiian Electric Company over the fires that devastated Lahaina, saying the utility negligently failed to shut off power despite exceptionally high winds and dry conditions
The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023 Maui fires renew longtime water rights conflict over sacred streams During the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century, a developer of land around a threatened Maui community urgently asked state officials for permission to divert stream water to help fight the growing inferno
USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 24, 2023 Hawaii vs. Vanderbilt: Game Preview, How To Watch, Stream, Odds Hawaii vs. Vanderbilt: Game Preview, How To Watch, Stream, Odds Warriors travel to the SEC Contact/Follow @MWCwire Can't be worse than last year. On August 8th the town of Lahaina, Maui was destroyed by the most devastating and deadly wildfire in ...