NPR

Death toll from Maui fire climbs to 93, becoming deadliest in modern U.S. history

Rescue teams continue to search for survivors on the Hawaiian island after wildfires destroyed much of the historic town of Lahaina.
Davilynn Severson and Hano Ganer look for belongings through the ashes of their family's home on Friday in the aftermath of a wildfire in Lahaina, in western Maui, Hawaii.
Updated August 13, 2023 at 5:11 AM ET

A devastating wildfire that tore though parts of Maui and destroyed much of the historic town of Lahaina has killed at least 93, officials said Saturday evening, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century.

Rescue teams continue to search for survivors in Maui as officials begin to assess the emergency response. Meanwhile, firefighters are still working to contain

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from NPR

NPR2 min readCrime & Violence
How Does Trump's Trial End? It May Hinge On How Jurors Feel About Sex And Privacy
The Trump's Trials team breaks down why prosecutors have a timeline problem, what Michael Cohen's testimony so far has shown, and why it may all come down to a question of sex and privacy in the end.
NPR1 min read
How The FBI's Fake Cell Phone Company Put Criminals Into Real Jail Cells
There is a constant arms race between law enforcement and criminals, especially when it comes to technology. For years, law enforcement has been frustrated with encrypted messaging apps, like Signal and Telegram. And law enforcement has been even mor
NPR3 min read
Like To Bike? Your Knees Will Thank You And You May Live Longer, Too
New research shows lifelong bikers have healthier knees, less pain and a longer lifespan, compared to people who've never biked. This adds to the evidence that cycling promotes healthy aging.

Related Books & Audiobooks