Maui Wildfire Update – September 6 as of 12 p.m.
Aloha,
Here are the latest Maui wildfire news, updates, and resources you need to know.
National and local authorities are making progress in removing hazardous materials from the disaster area.
- The U.S. Coast Guard Department of Health and the state Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation are working together to oversee the cleanup of Lāhainā Harbor.
- Sedimentation caused by wildfires already poses a serious risk to coral reefs. Scientists believe the Lāhainā fire that caused large-scale destruction of structures will almost certainly release heavy metals into the ocean, but they aren’t sure of the impact.
- The Environmental Protection Agency has completed the removal of hazardous material at 268 properties, roughly 15% of the total.
Plaintiffs seek damages for loss of life and property.
- A law firm denied pursuing additional defendants for its original class action suit in the event Hawaiian Electric declares bankruptcy.
- A new claim from a victim’s family alleges tragedy could have been avoided.
Calls for additional funding for Maui recovery continue.
- U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz delivered remarks on the Senate floor that outlined the impact of the deadly fires and urged continued federal support.
- Hilton Grand Vacations has contributed nearly $500,000 toward Maui wildfire relief efforts.
- More concerts and celebrity support roll in for Maui.
Mahalo nui loa,
Your BG Team