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Apr 29, 2024, 7:11 AM
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5 former officials are convicted over Greece's deadliest wildfire but are freed after being fined
A Greek court has convicted five former firefighting and disaster response officials over the deadliest wildfire in the country’s history, with more than 100 people killed outside the capitalApr 29, 2024, 7:11 AM
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Apr 17, 2024, 5:34 PM
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Hawaii AG report details timeline and factors that contributed to deadly Maui wildfires
Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez released the first set of findings from an investigation into the Lahaina, Maui wildfires in 2023.Apr 17, 2024, 5:34 PM
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Apr 10, 2024, 6:00 AM
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Hawaii-Japan exchange program offers Maui students hope after wildfires
Students from Hawaii who were impacted by the Maui wildfires traveled to Japan to learn from the community there how residents recovered from their own disaster.Apr 10, 2024, 6:00 AM
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Mar 20, 2024, 2:54 AM
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Maui officials slow to hand over documents in deadly fire investigation, AG says
Seven months after wildfires ripped through Maui, investigators are finalizing a comprehensive report that is now set to be released on April 17, 2024.Mar 20, 2024, 2:54 AM
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Mar 9, 2024, 8:11 AM
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Maui's women take lead in projects to help land and residents recovering after wildfires
Nearly seven months after wildfires destroyed most of Maui, some of the island's longtime women residents are taking charge to ensure a better tomorrow.Mar 9, 2024, 8:11 AM
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Mar 2, 2024, 6:36 AM
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Teen firefighters step up to the flames as Texas wildfires spread throughout panhandle
As the deadly wildfires in the Texas panhandle continue to spread, a group of teen boys said they didn't hesitate to answer the call from their firehouse.Mar 2, 2024, 6:36 AM
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Mar 1, 2024, 3:59 PM
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At least 2 dead as largest wildfire in state history tears through Texas Panhandle: 'Utter devastation'
Several large wildfires continue to tear through the Texas Panhandle, including one that has grown into the largest blaze in state history.Mar 1, 2024, 3:59 PM
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Feb 28, 2024, 5:54 PM
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'Devastating' Texas wildfires spark disaster declaration, nuclear plant partial evacuation
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a disaster declaration for 60 counties on Tuesday due to "widespread wildfire activity throughout the state."Feb 28, 2024, 5:54 PM
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Feb 13, 2024, 4:19 PM
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Wildfire smoke to worsen across US, putting 125 million at risk: Study
First Street Foundation, a non-profit research and technology group that works to define America's climate risk, shared its "Atrocious Air" study on Monday.Feb 13, 2024, 4:19 PM
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Feb 5, 2024, 8:52 PM
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Maui police release 1st report after investigation into response to deadly blazes
The Maui Police Department released its after-action investigation report on Monday.Feb 5, 2024, 8:52 PM
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Jan 8, 2024, 1:48 PM
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Maui wildfire survivors face mental health crisis months after tragedy
Five months after wildfires destroyed homes and lives on the island of Maui, residents and officials are sounding the alarm on an ongoing mental health crisis.Jan 8, 2024, 1:48 PM
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Dec 9, 2023, 4:27 PM
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Displaced Maui residents find uplifting holiday 'kokua' after wildfires
The Maui community has found ways to make the holidays feel special despite their months of despair following the wildfires.Dec 9, 2023, 4:27 PM
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Nov 30, 2023, 2:31 PM
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What causes fire embers to spread more quickly
One of the most dangerous factors in wildfire spread comes from the fire itself, as tiny embers travel for miles in the wind and threaten to ignite new fires.Nov 30, 2023, 2:31 PM
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Nov 29, 2023, 3:30 PM
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Maui mayor targets short-term rentals, timeshares to address housing crisis after wildfire
A bill was introduced to incentivize owners of short-term rentals, timeshares and non-owner-occupied housing to use their units as temporary housing after the wildfires.Nov 29, 2023, 3:30 PM
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Nov 28, 2023, 1:05 PM
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Hawaii attorney general subpoenas multiple Maui departments amid wildfire probe
Hawaii Attorney General Anne E. Lopez has subpoenaed major Maui county agencies in connection with the deadly August wildfire.Nov 28, 2023, 1:05 PM
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Nov 20, 2023, 6:04 PM
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California wildfires altering ecosystems, disrupting wildlife habitats: Study
Extreme wildfires that have been burning through the California landscape over recent decades are disrupting wildlife habitats within the state, new research shows.Nov 20, 2023, 6:04 PM
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Nov 16, 2023, 5:55 PM
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Fire prone California homeowners left behind as insurance companies drop coverage
As wildfires increase, so do the home insurance rates for homeowners in those most prone regions.Nov 16, 2023, 5:55 PM
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Nov 9, 2023, 3:55 PM
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White House announces new efforts to prevent wildfires, limit smoke hazards
The Biden administration is set to announce an interagency focus on preventing wildfires and protecting communities from smokeNov 9, 2023, 3:55 PM
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Nov 9, 2023, 2:33 PM
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Hawaii unveils $150 million recovery fund for Maui wildfire victims' families, injured survivors
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green has announced a new recovery fund which will set aside more than $150 million for the victims of the Maui wildfires on Aug. 8.Nov 9, 2023, 2:33 PM
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Nov 8, 2023, 4:10 AM
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'There's no healing': Thousands of families beg for action on housing 3 months after Maui wildfires
Thousands of Lahaina residents are struggling to find stability three months after the Maui wildfires.Nov 8, 2023, 4:10 AM
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Oct 8, 2023, 6:31 AM
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Hawaii's 'overtourism' becomes growing debate as West Maui reopens for visitors
West Maui is in the midst of a tourism debate as it reopens for visitors just two months after a wildfire devastated the town of Lahaina.Oct 8, 2023, 6:31 AM
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Oct 23, 2023, 12:55 PM
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Guy Fieri, Lee Anne Wong, dozens of celebrity chefs raise over $1.5M for Maui fire relief
Guy Fieri hosted an 18-course celebrity chef-cooked dinner in Sonoma, California raising over $1.5 million to support Maui fire relief efforts.Oct 23, 2023, 12:55 PM
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Oct 8, 2023, 6:32 AM
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Volunteers help build tiny homes for friend who lost home in fire
A Maui builder, with the help of volunteers, is building tiny homes for William Fincher and his family.Oct 8, 2023, 6:32 AM
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Oct 8, 2023, 6:30 AM
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The emotional toll of clearing debris from the Maui wildfires 2 months later
Emotions continue to run high as workers outfitted in hazmat suits painstakingly comb through the rubble from the Maui wildfires.Oct 8, 2023, 6:30 AM
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Oct 1, 2023, 2:09 PM
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Wildfire smoke map: Where poor air quality is expected in US this week
A large portion of the Northeast will experience poor air quality in the coming days due to wildfires burning in Canada, forecasts show.Oct 1, 2023, 2:09 PM
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Sep 29, 2023, 6:45 PM
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Maui wildfire missed signals stoke outrage as officials point fingers
An ABC News investigation has uncovered missed opportunities to prepare for fire danger on the Hawaiian island of Maui before the Aug. 8 deadly wildfire.Sep 29, 2023, 6:45 PM
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Sep 28, 2023, 2:28 PM
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Hawaiian Electric CEO short on answers during House hearing on Maui wildfires
A congressional hearing seeks answers about how the deadly Maui wildfires started or could have been prevented or mitigated.Sep 28, 2023, 2:28 PM
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Sep 20, 2023, 8:19 AM
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Teen survivor of Tubbs Fire sounds alarm on mental health effects of climate change
While the physical scars of climate disasters may be obvious, the invisible wounds often cut just as deep.Sep 20, 2023, 8:19 AM
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Sep 25, 2023, 4:09 AM
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Lahaina residents return home to destruction for first time after deadly Maui wildfires
Lahaina residents will return home to destruction for the first time after deadly Maui wildfires.Sep 25, 2023, 4:09 AM
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Sep 20, 2023, 6:40 PM
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Wildfire smoke map: Heavy smoke blanketing San Francisco Bay Area
A smoky haze is currently blanketing the San Francisco Bay Area due to wildfires burning to the northwest, creating unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups.Sep 20, 2023, 6:40 PM
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Sep 20, 2023, 11:00 AM
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Wildfires in recent years have reversed some of the progress made in eliminating air pollution, new study suggests
The smoke from wildfires in recent years has been so intense that it is decreasing air quality in the majority of the U.S., according to new research.Sep 20, 2023, 11:00 AM
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Sep 19, 2023, 3:18 PM
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'Slap in the face': West Maui set to reopen for tourism, with outrage from residents
West Maui is set to reopen for tourism on Oct. 8, sparking outrage from residents.Sep 19, 2023, 3:18 PM
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Sep 15, 2023, 8:42 PM
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Maui wildfire death toll drops to 97 from 115, authorities say
The death toll from the Maui fires has been revised to 97, down from 115, authorities said Friday.Sep 15, 2023, 8:42 PM
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Sep 15, 2023, 8:26 PM
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Dozens dead from Maui wildfires: What we know about the victims
Here's what we know about those who have been killed by the wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.Sep 15, 2023, 8:26 PM
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Sep 13, 2023, 10:07 PM
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Record-breaking wildfires have occurred all over the Northern Hemisphere during 2023, new report finds
Boreal forests in regions all over the world have been experiencing the worst wildfires in recorded history in 2023, according to new research.Sep 13, 2023, 10:07 PM
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Sep 12, 2023, 6:05 AM
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In fire-ravaged Maui, a football team pushes on, traveling more than an hour to practice
Even though many of the players' families lost their homes to the wildfire, they all said they wanted to continue with their season.Sep 12, 2023, 6:05 AM
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Sep 8, 2023, 8:12 PM
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Maui mayor dismisses criticism of fire response, touts community's solidarity
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen spoke with ABC News about the latest updates to the island's recovery and his call for unity during the process.Sep 8, 2023, 8:12 PM
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Sep 8, 2023, 12:12 PM
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Mick Fleetwood, Iam Tongi and more set for #MauiStrong livestream
Mick Fleetwood and Iam Tongi are among the artists coming together to raise money for victims of the Maui wildfires with a livestream event.Sep 8, 2023, 12:12 PM
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Sep 8, 2023, 9:15 AM
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Lahaina's children and their families, uprooted by wildfires, grapple with an unknown future
Lahaina’s youngest residents are processing the disaster while dealing with destroyed homes and schools, missing families members and classmates among the deceased.Sep 8, 2023, 9:15 AM
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Sep 6, 2023, 4:52 PM
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Father files first-of-its-kind wrongful death lawsuit against Maui, Hawaii over wildfires
Harold Dennis Wells filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Maui and Hawaii, accusing them of negligence, after his daughter died in the Maui wildfires last month.Sep 6, 2023, 4:52 PM
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