At least 53 people are dead after wildfires whipped through neighborhoods in Maui, destroying the historic town of Lahaina and prompting the evacuation of thousands of residents and visitors. As of Thursday thousands of people were without power and cell service. We talk about the situation on the ground, what it will take to rebuild and how to help those affected.
Guests:
Marcel Honore, staff writer, Honolulu Civil Beat
Michelle Ka'uhane, senior vice president and chief impact officer, Hawai'i Community Foundation
Clay Trauernicht, extension specialist in ecosystems and fire in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, University of Hawai'i at Manoa
Kahele Dukelow, professor of Hawaiian studies and administrator, University of Hawai'i, Maui College
Christin Bourland, resident of West Maui
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