The Latest Breaking News from Hawaii

Identifying fire victims through DNA analysis can be challenging − a geneticist explains what forensics is learning from archaeology

Fire devastates communities and families, and it makes identification of victims challenging. In the aftermath of the wildfire that swept through Lahaina, Hawaii, officials are collecting DNA samples from relatives of missing persons in the hope that this can aid in identifying those who died in the fire.

The Conversation · Aug 18, 2023

‘Coral are going to die’: Maui wildfires take toxic toll on marine ecology

Contaminants from the fires could damage marine life, and hardy non-native grasses might grow and kindle the next fire

The Guardian - US · Aug 18, 2023

3 strategies Maui can adopt from other states to help prevent dangerous wildfires

In preparing for future fires, Maui doesn't have to look far. States like California have passed wildfire policies to reduce the risk that a community will be destroyed.

WEKU · Aug 18, 2023

Biden called out for ‘special’ Maui PR drive after backlash over slow response

President will visit Maui on Monday, nearly two weeks after the wildfires broke out

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Maui satellite photo shows full scale of deadliest US fire in more than a century

The Landsat 8 satellite captured the deadly flames that burned through the town of Lahaina in Hawaii and killed at least 99 people.

Space · Aug 17, 2023

Maui fires – live: Emergency chief quits over decision not to sound Hawaii sirens as wildfire spread

Investigations into the cause of the Maui wildfire blazes are underway

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

CLIMATE GLIMPSE: Here's what you need to see and know today

Across the globe, raging wildfires and extreme weather are taking a toll as the people on fire-ravaged Hawaiian island of Maui begin to grapple with the death and destruction

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Rams partner with LA teams to donate $450K toward Hawaii wildfire relief

The Rams teamed up with other LA franchises to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Hawaii

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 17, 2023

Mountain West Football: 20 Named To Polynesian College Football Player Of The Year Watch List

The Polynesian community is well-represented by the Mountain West this season.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 17, 2023

Head of Maui emergency agency resigns after defending not sounding sirens

Herman Andaya’s resignation comes after the deadly blaze in Maui killed at least 111 people and razed thousands of buildings

The Guardian - US · Aug 17, 2023