Lahaina’s Large Immigrant Community Is Facing A Unique Struggle In The Fire’s Aftermath
Losing important documents is a real problem while fear and mistrust of government agencies has inhibited some from seeking aid, experts say.
Losing important documents is a real problem while fear and mistrust of government agencies has inhibited some from seeking aid, experts say.
A steady stream of cars rolled into the devastated seaside town after authorities reopened access just before sunrise on Wednesday
The fight over water is nothing new on Maui. But the impact on the county’s ability to battle fires is coming clear.
Property tax payments are due on Aug. 21 but county officials haven’t said what their plan is for residents and businesses whose property is gone.
The Hawaii utility has acknowledged the growing danger of wildfires and made some changes. But lawsuits are already pointing to the live power lines as a cause in Maui.
Local leaders say they were caught by surprise because the scale of Tuesday’s fire was unprecedented. But the warning has been sounded for years.
Thousands remain without power Wednesday as winds are expected to drop.
Ongoing cutbacks at local publications mean there are fewer watchdogs for the public’s interest.
The public can weigh in next month on whether state regulators should approve the proposed 37% increase.
Some industries, especially transportation, face unique challenges in weaning off fossil fuels.