“HIEMA head: It took hours for state to understand full scope of Lahaina disaster.”
Views expressed in this Hawaii State News update are those of the reporters and correspondents. Accessed on 25 August 2023, 1248 UTC.
Content provided by “Hawaii News Now.”
Source: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/news/ (“Hawaii News Now”).
Please click link or scroll down to read your selections. Thanks for joining us today/.
Russ Roberts (https://hawaiinewsdigest.net).
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/TCCTWQJALJEOBJ3WARGTBLFCSE.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“I’m telling you they didn’t know how bad the fire was until it was too late.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/DXTPL2IJAJEFDIE2KTBBGSAWGA.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The death toll from the fire stands at 115.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/RQU5FSZURJBA5OPCPU3PZXAAT4.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“That scene of devastation, that is something no one can be prepared for.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/VN3TM5PGNJAOJFOXXVVJEYGOMU.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“This is just locals taking care of locals.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/EQSYANF3LRFCTCQD4JCGBA7OXM.JPG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/OOD3VC753ZFU3NGLNTG7KOP4DQ.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The message: We’re ready.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/LG2U5N5UQZCV5D73QPAZG37CSQ.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The devastation in Lahaina is unprecedented in the state’s history.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/IYHN3FOQTNFNJFX7TDMX2MSTDE.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
It’s the latest lawsuit against the utility, which is now facing bankruptcy.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/HU4FNJ6MNZDPJFLDBM33RN2L4E.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Tourism industry leaders and businesses on Maui are at a crossroads as they navigate a difficult road between restoring the economy and letting the community heal from the disaster.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/FOURY5JHO5GD3EFW42F7ICOLXE.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
It’s been over a week since wildfires ravaged Maui, decimating historic Lahaina town and becoming the deadliest wildfire in the U.S. in 100 years.
Current Radar
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/KYCOT4ZQJRBRNA4L4PXQLIUZQE.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
More cell phones and laptops are starting to work again in West Maui thanks to a group of businesses that’s installed dozens of communication hotspots throughout the community.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/JLHLMBRPTFHOLBSHGNK6CSH7MQ.PNG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
All of the changes will be explained at a family and community meeting on Aug. 30.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/PN4XZ7AUDZFMNLKFYR7P4ZEJCE.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced several officials will visit Maui on Friday, meeting with those impacted by the wildfires and response personnel on the ground.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/ZKJKXHA3UVG5LMBOK4KVVO2XTY.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Video of the aftermath shows lines of charred cars.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/4TPD4QA4KRBYTDQVOF3K36AZRA.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Maui County said the missing-persons list following the blaze is now at 1,054.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/5P3TXARV6RA77HNIHUNBGJTQUQ.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Pain and suffering have turned to anger for some residents after national news reports said FEMA workers have turned the tragedy into a vacation.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/K4N2RMCP3ZDQNOE5XKUOTYVL7Q.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“The fact that they’re still alive, they went without food for many days”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/L2ALAIJXYRARZAW2DSJCX3MWDY.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“MPD can now confirm the validity of this report.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/N32NABVNKNCADE5MDW2PGX5H74.JPG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
This is after an unsafe water advisory was issued for several parts of Maui earlier this month
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/IUEYWRJUHZFPXJ46C5BSNDI6FA.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“We know we’re not alone.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/ET2U27QMXVDETOKXKZODJQPKY4.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Witnesses have said that a number of people likely died in the water.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/HRYGGWTXTVBJLK3LUVY7H3STAI.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
That claim was repeated by Gov. Josh Green after fire destroyed Lahaina.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/4J72JTUHEZAK7LXFNVNJEAFLYM.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
One area of concern is the land once home to the Sheraton Makaha Valley Resort.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/PFMCWGZIKZDAJOYKGVQ4EEVICA.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Officials say the suspect was arrested for Murder in the Second Degree and firearm offenses.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/U3SJ7EPPWVEUVDDGCAE2MPBBAY.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
There is a lot of work that goes Kako’o Oiwi’s mission. But it’s a labor of love.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/DYZCZA7TOBG7VGSLTIWOWSVIVE.webp?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Mental health experts are encouraging the community to ask for help if they’re in distress.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/UHTD6SPK65AKHGIBIRVQG6SKKE.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“We ask immediately how can we help you, and I think just for them that question is a relief in itself.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/IPZGAKXIONABPHRS6EUPV574VI.JPG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
There will be five locations around Oahu set up to accept food and monetary donations.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/RKLASVQBXZAHTBCPSOPAWDTHGM.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Maui needs your help — and agencies are standing by to turn your aloha into action.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/T7BI5MYQKNG5TGTHSP2HQMCV3I.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
They remain on the job despite their own losses.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/OSLM7WY7IZHIVBJ7B7LPAYIOWI.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Authorities said the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/CREDDDFQG5FETNLFOUINQELOCM.JPG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Police released graphic details into the alleged assault.
The crosses aren’t uniform, but as diverse as Lahaina’s victims themselves.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/264GKRBDWFAMXPPRVMTYGLQZNY.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
It was reported that a male in his 60s was last seen snorkeling just outside Shark’s Cove.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/FXHUQ4O3F5A7VOPGFOITPFGVCI.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The county is stressing that people can submit DNA samples for free.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/ANYD626E5NDH7MVKL6LIKGVKV4.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Among the rows of charred buildings, ash and rubble along Front Street stands a home with a red roof, appearing virtually unscathed from a devastating wildfire that tore through the community.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/LJTIDVXZA5CX3AGSU7YDL5VIHQ.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“The fire is going sideways from house to house.”
The official death toll from the wildfire stands at 115.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/2TG7MJIJTFGLDFFCQDWP2E2DO4.PNG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“This is truly an unprecedented tragedy.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/ZUL5STEIKJCQLAR6HAAVRK3YCQ.png?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Tributes are pouring in for those who perished in Lahaina.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/BA6WYGOJAJFFBFI3GZPY7X7EGE.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
It’s not exactly a field of dreams but it’s a project born of the nightmare in Lahaina.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/VASJA4XU3FFP3KMP3WRHF6753A.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The job posting will remain open until Thursday or until over 500 applications are received.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/YNKUNKS2XBF2RNGVMJ4WXVXDGI.JPG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Six hikers were rescued from Kaena Point Trail on Monday, officials said.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/MOTN3VS3LJGL5PTH7TQOX2KM34.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Residents can go to the Lahaina Gateway Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to pre-register.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/CNP5ZGUTUNDFDOK5FEKR3PEOTU.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
“Personally it makes me feel at home. The kitchen has always been a second home to me.”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/REXV6NDSQZGQXD6H7XM3M7ZEVQ.PNG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Staff returned to campus on Monday, according to the school’s reopening plan.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/KB7TT2737RDB3PLXBRKQFHESAA.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
So much of what was lost in Lahaina was living, breathing history, but priceless artifacts were also destroyed.
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/UGV2YEG2PVFAVHK7PDVPNVG4WQ.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Those in attendance were quite literally the who’s who of disaster response: both locally and from across the Pacific region.
Christine Borge, who fled Lahaina during the fire and has lost business for her tourism-based business, said residents “shouldn’t be treated this way,”
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/gray/QOJUXE67NVCPNC6YFYKMHO2HPI.PNG?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
The SBA says it’s already received over 200 applications in the last two weeks.