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Evacuation of Yellowknife in far northern Canada ordered as wildfires near

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Air evacuations were to begin Thursday to move residents in the capital of Canada’s Northwest Territories out of the path of wildfires that neared the city of 20,000 people.

Maui wildfire death toll climbs to 110; thousands of island residents need housing

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LAHAINA, Hawaii −The death toll from the Maui wildfire that destroyed much of this historic town surpassed 100 late Tuesday and authorities say that cadaver dogs have reached less than half the scorched homes and businesses. Authorities began releasing the names of the dead, and Gov. Josh Green warned the death toll – 110 as of Wednesday – from the nation’s deadliest wildfire in more than century was expected to continue climbing. Asked if children…

Families search for loved ones in Maui wildfires

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The wildfires in Hawaii have destroyed much of the historic town of Lahaina. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on families searching for their loved ones.

Got storm damage? Insurance agent has tips for filing those claims

Posted on August 16, 2023August 17, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — The clean-up from the storm is well underway and now many folks with damage are navigating filing claims with their insurance. Determining what is covered and what’s not can be tricky. If you suffered any kind of damage, get in touch with your insurance agent. “Every insurance policy is different, and so people have different deductibles, different coverages within their policy,” said Durham State Farm agent James Zewe. “People want to…

Maui wildfire death toll continues to climb as first victims identified

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The death toll in the Maui wildfires crossed 100 as first responders Wednesday continued the arduous task of combing Lahaina for human remains. Anywhere from 1,100 to 1,300 people remain unaccounted for, a FEMA official said. Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Maui.

Extended interview: Hawaii wildfire survivor waited days for help

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

With no cell phone reception, Kawena Kahula drove into Lahaina to find her son last week unaware of the danger that awaited her. She spoke with CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti about what happened next.

Video puts scrutiny on possible cause of Maui wildfire

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LAHAINA, Hawaii — Awakened by howling winds that tore through his Maui neighborhood, Shane Treu went out at dawn and saw a wooden power pole suddenly snap with a flash, its sparking, popping line falling to the dry grass below and quickly igniting a row of flames. He called 911 and then turned on Facebook video to livestream his attempt to fight the blaze in Lahaina, including wetting down his property with a garden hose….

Lahaina looks "like a bomb went off" amid wildfire devastation

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

“There was a kid underneath a car on Front Street,” one lifelong Lahaina resident said. “It looks like his dad was trying to protect him, but they just were burnt.”

Maui wildfire victims include man found shielding beloved pet dog, local know as 'Uncle Joe'

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LAHAINA, Hawaii — Devastating wildfires that erupted on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Aug. 8 have claimed the lives of at least 106 people while many more remain missing, according to authorities. Officials on Maui have repeatedly warned that the death toll is expected to rise as they work to contain the active blazes and assess the damage. Here’s what we know about some of the victims. Franklin Trejos, 68 Franklin Trejos is seen…

Hawaii wildfire recovery complicated by state of remains

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

More than 100 people are confirmed dead and hundreds more remain missing as recovery crews continue to sift through the ruins of last week’s terrible wildfires in Hawaii. CBS News’ Jessica Kartalija has the latest from Maui.

President Biden to travel to wildfire-ravaged Maui on Monday

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

President Biden will visit Hawaii with the first lady Monday and meet with volunteers, emergency workers and survivors of last week’s wildfires on Maui. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest details.

Maui wildfire death toll climbs to 106 as grim search continues

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

LAHAINA, Hawaii −The death toll from the Maui wildfire that destroyed much of this historic town surpassed 100 late Tuesday and authorities warned cadaver dogs had reached less than half the scorched homes and businesses. Authorities began releasing the names of the dead, and Gov. Josh Green warned the death toll – 106 as of late Tuesday – from the nation’s deadliest wildfire in more than century was expected to continue climbing. Asked if children…

Rescue that never came: Hawaii survivors describe lack of help during and after wildfire

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Over 100 people are now confirmed dead on the Hawaiian island of Maui after last week’s wildfires, with hundreds more still missing. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti is on Maui and talked with survivors about the lack of official assistance during and after the disaster.

Maui wildfire survivors say they had to fend for themselves after blaze

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Some describe a rescue operation that never came as people suffered and waited.

Eye Opener: Hawaii wildfire survivors demand answers as death toll rises

Posted on August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Hawaii wildfire survivors describe major failures in the local response as the death toll climbs. Also, after a new indictment in Georgia, former President Donald Trump repeats his false claims of election fraud. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

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