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Dozen killed in Maui wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Dozens of people have been killed, and hundreds of homes and businesses destroyed, by massive wildfires that have swept across the Hawaiian island of Maui. More than 11,000 people, mostly tourists, have been evacuated. Jonathon Vigliotti has the latest.

Maui wildfires wipe away centuries of Lahaina's history

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The flames that engulfed Lahaina this week have forever changed one of Hawaii’s most historic cities. Major Garrett reports.

Warm Waters Complicate Hurricane Forecasts and Raise Fears Along the Coast

Posted on August 10, 2023August 11, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

In places still scarred by the devastation of recent storms, the arrival of hurricane season stirs anxiety and apprehension that push many to search for any sign — some based more on superstition than science — that can provide even a wisp of clarity about what may be headed their way. And this year, two of the more reliable (and meteorologically sound) indicators have been sending conflicting signals, injecting even more volatility into the process….

New forecast predicts more hurricanes because of record-warm sea surface temperatures

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Forecasters for the National Weather Service on Thursday announced they now anticipate a more active hurricane season this year because of record-warm sea surface temperatures. Hurricane season runs from June through November. The NWS’s Climate Prediction Center now estimates six to 11 hurricanes to occur this season — with two to five of…

How to help those affected by the wildfires in Maui

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Here are some organizations accepting donations to assist victims of the disastrous wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

PHOTOS: Heartbreaking images show devastation from Maui wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

ByABC7 Bay Area Digital Staff Thursday, August 10, 2023 9:46PM Wildfire wreckage is seen Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, in Lahaina, Hawaii. AP Photo/Rick Bowmer WAILUKU, Hawaii — Heartbreaking images are starting to emerge of the devastation left behind by wind-whipped wildfires that have destroyed more than 270 structures and left at least 36 people dead in Maui. A state of emergency has been declared for the whole island, while all nonessential travel to the popular…

Biden addresses Hawaii wildfires, marks one year of PACT Act

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

President Biden marked the one-year anniversary of the PACT Act by speaking at a Salt Lake City VA medical center Thursday, highlighting the law’s expanded benefits for veterans who were exposed to toxic chemicals. The president also spoke about aid efforts underway for Hawaii as wildfires devastate the island of Maui. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe has the latest.

Maui surveys the burned wreckage after wildfire kills at least 36

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

“It’s horrifying. I’ve flown here 52 years and I’ve never seen anything come close to that,” said Richard Olsten, a helicopter pilot for a tour company. WAILUKU, Hawaii — A search of the wildfire devastation on the Hawaiian island of Maui revealed a wasteland of obliterated neighborhoods and landmarks charred beyond recognition as the death toll rose to at least 36, with an untold number missing. A flyover of historic Lahaina showed entire neighborhoods that…

Garner family on Maui vacation during destructive wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Thursday, August 10, 2023 8:54PM The devastation continues in Hawaii where 36 people have been confirmed dead in massive brush fires that destroyed the town of Lahaina on Maui. There are no direct flights from RDU to Hawaii, but we may see people coming back through in the next few days as people either cancel or change their plans. One family from Garner is still on Maui right now. Erol and Stephanie Brown and their…

Track wildfires across Hawaii with this interactive map

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

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"No warning:" Hawaii resident describes harrowing escape from wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Dustin Kaleiopu said “there was no warning” before he and his grandfather made a dash for their lives as flames engulfed their Hawaii neighborhood. Kaleiopu joined CBS News to describe the dramatic escape.

Wildfires claim 36 lives: 'It looks apocalyptic,' says former Raleigh resident living in Maui

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

As tourists try to get off Maui and return to the mainland, some former Raleigh residents call the island home. WRAL News spoke with Lisa Schell, who returned to her home state of Hawaii after living in Raleigh for 30 years. Schell said she can’t help comparing the wildfire to when Hurricane Fran hit Raleigh in 1996. “I was in Raleigh when Fran hit and I remembered how people just banded together, and it was an…

Maui surveys the burned wreckage caused by the deadliest US wildfire in years

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

6 minutes ago WAILUKU, Hawaii (AP) — The search of the wildfire wreckage on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Thursday revealed a wasteland of burned out homes and obliterated communities as firefighters battled the stubborn blaze that has already claimed 36 lives, making it the deadliest in the U.S. in recent years. Fueled by a dry summer and strong winds from a passing hurricane, the fire started Tuesday and took the island by surprise, racing through…

At least 1 home destroyed by 400-acre wildfire in Hays County

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

As of Thursday afternoon, the Oak Grove fire is 100% contained. AUSTIN, Texas — At least one home was destroyed in a wildfire that sparked near San Marcos Saturday afternoon and wasn’t fully contained until Thursday. According to Hays County officials and the Texas A&M Forest Service, the 400-acre fire, called the Oak Grove fire, sparked up around 3:15 p.m. on Aug. 5. The Hays County Wildland Task Force responded, and other crews, including the…

Red Cross, others mobilize to respond to Hawaiian wildfires

Posted on August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

At least three dozen people are confirmed dead and thousands have been displaced by wildfires that have swept through Hawaii’s island of Maui. Jonathan McNamara, national spokesperson for the American Red Cross, joined CBS News to discuss how his organization is assisting.

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