Chilling footage shows aftermath of Maui wildfires: “Everything’s burnt to a crisp”
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Deadly wildfires in Hawaii this week were fanned by strong winds from Hurricane Dora, destroying numerous structures and sending people fleeing into the ocean.
Residents and visitors in the Upcountry and Lahaina areas of West Maui were forced to evacuate, with some escaping the smoke and flames by running into the ocean. Maui County officials said Tuesday that the U.S. Coast Guard rescued those people, and transported them to “safe areas.”
Maui County Mayor Richard T. Bissen issued an emergency proclamation on Tuesday, and multiple evacuation orders were in place. Maui County officials alerted residents on Tuesday that 911 service was not available in West Maui, and advised residents to call the Lahaina Police Department directly for emergencies.
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