In the wake of the deadly Lahaina fire, Hawaii is placing wildfire detection sensors statewide
Gov. Josh Green says sensors are being placed around Maui and other Hawaiian islands to respond more quickly when wildfires break out. Hawaii is placing wildfire detection sensors statewide in wake of deadly Lahaina fire. Sensors will be placed around the islands to help firefighters respond quickly to wildfires.
Scientists are worried toxic chemicals and debris from the summer's wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii, could adversely affect coral reef ecosystems nearby. The Lahaina wildfire could pose a danger to coral reefs in the state of Hawaii. Scientists are concerned that toxic chemicals could affect delicate coral reefs nearby.
Hawaii officials identify 70-year-old mother as the last of the 100 known victims of the Lahaina wildfire. The deadliest wildfire in the US in more than a century scorched Maui last year. Hawaii officials announced Friday the identity of the woman, 70, who was killed in the fire.
Hawaii legislators say wildfire prevention and recovery are top priorities for 2024 session. Helping the island of Maui recover from wildfires is at the top of their agenda as they seek to understand how the flames became so destructive. Hawaii lawmakers say they want to know how to prevent future wildfire disasters.
Hawaii wildfire crisis may be worsened by remnants of tropical storm remnants of Tropical Storm. Winds could potentially make existing wildfires difficult to contain, officials say. Hawaii has been hit hard by a tropical storm, which is expected to hit the state on Saturday. Hawaii is facing a wildfire crisis that could be exacerbated by the storm.
Lahaina, a historic town in Hawaii, has partially reopened after a deadly wildfire. Health experts continue to express ongoing concerns about toxins. Lahaina has reopened, marking a milestone for the town. Health concerns continue to persist about toxins in the area, health experts say.
Sharlene Rabang, 78, fled a Maui wildfire, succumbing to its effects a month later. The wildfire's thick smoke was later recognized as a contributing factor to her death. Rabang was the 100th person to die in the Lahaina wildfire.