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The fires that devastated Maui this month appear to be an example of a “compound disaster,” meaning multiple factors were at play, according to reporting in The Washington Post. Global weather writer Scott Dance, the author of The Washington Post report, joined CBS News to discuss what some of those factors were.

Hawaii officials said Monday that 850 people are still missing in the wake of Maui wildfires.

“We need returning visitors and their smiling faces,” one local business owner said as the island works to recover.

A ceremony was held Sunday at a park to honor the life of Keyiro Fuentes on Sunday — what would have been his 15th birthday.

Southern California and the Southwest were girding for more impact from onetime Hurricane Hilary Monday morning. The storm weakened to a tropical storm prior to making landfall Sunday, but the National Hurricane Center warned that some flooding could be “life-threatening and locally catastrophic.” Southern California was also hit by a 5.1 magnitude earthquake Sunday. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage from the earthquake. CBS News’ Michael Spencer has more on the storm’s…

The mayor said on Monday that 114 people have been confirmed dead.

The family of Keyiro Fuentes held a celebration of life Sunday on what would have been his 15th birthday. The teenager died earlier this month when flames tore through the town of Lahaina. CBS News’ Lilia Luciano reports.

Officials issued a day-long flood warning as Tropical Storm Hilary took aim at Southern California. The massive amount of rain led to muddy debris flows and washed-out roads. Elise Preston has more.

Hilary slams into California as a tropical storm, the latest rare, extreme weather event seen this summer. Also, President Biden visits Maui Monday, as survivors remain in desperate need of help. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

The president and first lady will view the destruction and meet with locals as his administration’s response to the devastating Lahaina blaze is questioned.

People whose homes were destroyed in the Maui wildfires are worried they may never be able to return due to the high cost of living on the island. Meanwhile, the recovery effort may still take weeks, and an approaching storm could hinder the efforts. Lilia Luciano reports.

Tropical storm conditions, including rain and gusty wind, were expected to begin Sunday afternoon in parts of the Southwest.

Southern California officials are asking residents to seek shelter as Tropical Storm Hilary nears the U.S.

Experts recommend N95 respirator masks to reduce exposure to airborne particulate pollution. AUSTIN, Texas — Wildfire season has already impacted several areas of Central Texas.  The constant abundance of wildfire smoke can lead to poorer air quality. When dealing with poor outdoor conditions, staying inside and maintaining good indoor air quality should be a top priority. Dr. Nikki Vars McCullough, of 3M’s Personal Safety Division, said when the air outside is unhealthy or poor, it’s…

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green tells “Face the Nation” that the failure of the now-resigned Maui Emergency Management Agency Administrator was “utterly unsatisfactory, to the world.” “Of course, as a person, as a father, as a doctor, I wish all the sirens went off,” Green said.