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Officials in Maui predict the wildfire death toll will continue to grow, as the president approves a major disaster declaration. Also, the Biden administration defends a controversial deal with Iran to free five American prisoners. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green says the wildfire that swept through Maui is “likely the largest natural disaster in Hawaii state history,” with at least 55 people dead and more than 1,000 homes and structures damaged or destroyed. “We know the death toll will rise,” Green said. CBS News’ Jessica Kartalija has the latest.

The toll is expected to keep climbing. Maui residents are asking why Hawaii’s famous emergency warning system didn’t alert them about the oncoming flames.

The wildfires on Hawaii’s Maui island have killed dozens of people and destroyed structures, including Lahaina resident Aaron Diaz’s family business. Diaz explains the current situation on Maui and how people can help.

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. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.

The deadly fires burning in Maui are being fueled by winds from Hurricane Dora. The Weather Channel’s Chris Warren explains.

At least 53 people are dead as wildfires continue burning on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Officials warned the death toll is likely to rise. CBS News reporter Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest from Maui, where search and rescue efforts are underway.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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…

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.