The fires in Hawaii have killed 36 people.
- August 10, 2023
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At least 36 people have died as a result of wildfires that broke out on the island of Maui. in the Hawaiian archipelago, according to county officials. “As
At least 36 people have died as a result of wildfires that broke out on the island of Maui. in the Hawaiian archipelago, according to county officials.
“As firefighting in Lahaina continues, a total of 36 dead have been identified,” they said.
Sources They did not specify whether these 36 people are added to the six dead. of those reported by the authorities on August 9, as a result of the fires that caused the displacement of thousands of people.
in Lahaina, the flames engulfed almost 300 buildings and local authorities recorded extensive damage in the city, port and surrounding areas. A federal team is helping with search and rescue efforts in the area.
According to local media, fires fanned by strong winds from Hurricane Dorawhich led to a very rapid spread of flames and mass evacuations of people, as well as the closure of roads and schools.
About 2,100 people are in shelters. around the island while fighting the flames.
Photo: Reuters
The largest fire began to spread last Tuesday, August 8, in the city of Lahaina., one of the most popular among tourists, and forced many residents to take refuge in the ocean, escaping the flames and smoke. The Coast Guard later rescued these people.
The fires also cover Kullu, another area of Maui, as well as the Kohala Peninsula on the island of Hawaii.
Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke deployed the Hawaii National Guard on Tuesday to help with evacuations and disaster response. a period of assistance has been announced, which will be valid until August 15.
Shortly after the news broke, US President Joe Biden sent his condolences to the families of the victims in a statement and asked the people of the archipelago to follow evacuation orders and pay attention to those responsible.
Photo: EFE
Climate change, cause of wildfires in Hawaii
The situation in Hawaii is reminiscent of scenes of devastation in other parts of the world this summer, when fires sparked by unprecedented heat forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people in Greece, Spain, Portugal and other parts of Europe.
Scientists say that anthropogenic climate change caused by the use of fossil fuels is increasing the frequency and intensity of these extreme weather events.and have long warned that governments must cut emissions to avert a climate catastrophe.
The National Weather Service said the current wildfires in Hawaii are due to a combination of dry vegetation, high winds and low humidity. Some parts of the archipelago experience major fires almost every year, according to the University of Hawaii. but the extent of this is unusual.
(EFE)
Source: Aristegui Noticias
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