The president had not addressed the fires since last week, a relative silence that drew criticism from Republicans.
Tag: Hawaii
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FEMA Outlines Maui Wildfire Support as Victims Critique Government Response
FEMA is typically the first agency to face scrutiny after disasters. But while the federal agency plays a critical role in disaster response, it is not meant to be the first on the scene.
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Hawaiian Electric Draws Scrutiny in Search for What Sparked Maui Wildfire
The main utility serving Hawaii did not pre-emptively shut off power before high winds reached Maui, and power lines fell in the windstorm.
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After Fire, A Lahaina Church Finds Sanctuary in a Cafe
Members of Grace Baptist Church, many of them now homeless, gathered on Sunday and described daring escapes from the fire.
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Families of Hawaii’s Missing Wait for Answers
Nearly a week after the fires started, relatives are receiving little information as search and identification efforts move slowly.