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    Maui wildfires: death toll reaches 80

    Maui wildfires: death toll reaches 80

    The death toll from the Maui wildfires has surged to 80, sending shockwaves through the Hawaiian islands, Reuters reported on August 12. The blaze ravaged the picturesque Lahaina resort town, turning it into smouldering ruins. The inferno, which spread with astonishing speed, has been declared the deadliest natural disaster in Hawaii's history, surpassing even the toll of a tsunami that struck the Big Island in 1960.

    Photo: Views from the air of the community of Lahaina after wildfires driven by high winds burned across most of the town several days ago, in Lahaina, Hawaii, U.S. August 10, 2023
    Source: Reuters

    Hawaiian officials are grappling with the magnitude of the disaster and seeking answers as to how the fire propagated so rapidly, leaving residents with little time to react. The island's emergency sirens, designed to alert residents to impending dangers, apparently failed to sound during the outbreak of the blaze.

    The fire's destruction has been extensive, torching over 1,000 buildings and displacing thousands from their homes. Maui County, along with search teams and cadaver dogs, continues the grim task of scouring the ruins, with the possibility of discovering more casualties.

    Maui County Fire Chief Bradford Ventura highlighted the challenges faced by frontline responders in communicating with emergency management officials due to the fire's unprecedented speed. Residents of the affected neighbourhood were left with minimal notice to evacuate, contributing to the tragedy's intensity.

    The disaster's inception traces back to a brush fire reported in Kula, approximately 35 miles from Lahaina. Power outages hit Lahaina hours later, leaving residents and officials grappling with the fire's progression. Amid the chaos, residents took to social media, describing their shock and terror as the fire engulfed their town within minutes.

    Source: Reuters

    The evacuation of Lahaina was further complicated by its coastal location adjacent to hills, limiting escape routes. Andrew Rumbach, a specialist in climate and communities, described the situation as a "nightmare scenario" due to the fast-moving fire, dense population, challenging communication, and limited evacuation options.

    In the aftermath, Maui County officials permitted Lahaina residents to return home, though much of the western side of Maui remained without essential services. Tragedy struck once again as a traffic accident led to the closure of Kuihelani Highway, resulting in a pedestrian fatality and further disrupting recovery efforts.

    Photo:  A view of damage cause by wildfires in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, U.S., in this undated picture posted on August 11, 2023. 
    Source: Reuters

    Amid the chaos, the toxic aftermath poses health risks, as burnt areas are deemed highly toxic. Health authorities caution against inhaling dust and airborne particles, urging residents to take precautionary measures such as wearing masks and gloves.

     

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