Tragic video: Hawaii wildfires kill at least 55, decimate historic city
Wildfires fueled by a dry summer and strong winds from a passing hurricane killed at least 55 people and destroyed hundreds of homes and other buildings on the Hawaiian island of Maui, in the deadliest blaze in the U.S. in years.
Rescuers searched Thursday through the leveled, ashen homes and businesses of Lahaina, which dates to the 1700s, is the biggest town on the west side of the island and has long been a favorite destination of tourists.
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Firefighters are still battling blazes on the island and local officials are preparing to evacuate thousands of visitors and residents in need of shelter.
Watch a compilation of videos below showing the brutal fires and the devastating aftermath left behind:
Video above: Drone video shows wildfires in Maui
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Video above: Flames engulf buildings in historic downtown Lahaina on Hawaii바카라 게임 웹사이트s Maui
Video above: Residents helping each other recover from the Hawaii wildfires
Video above: Family reunites at airport after loved one flees Maui wildfires
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