Maui Fire Is US’s Deadliest in a Century Amid Alarm Concerns
- Death toll at 96; over 2,000 structures destroyed in West Maui
- Concern rising about why alarms didn’t sound as intended
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The disastrous wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui are now the US’s deadliest in more than a century, as officials warned the death toll may rise further amid concerns about the effectiveness of an emergency alarm system.
The number of fatalities reached 96, and Hawaii Governor Josh Green said over the weekend that the figure would likely increase as search and rescue efforts continue. Officials said that just a fraction of the area had been checked and that they were bringing in more cadaver dogs to help with efforts. It was still unclear when residents may return to the area.