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Maui Wildfires Spike Deaths by 67%, Urgent Action Needed
8/23/2025
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Story summary
- The August 2023 wildfires in Lahaina, Maui, resulted in a 67% increase in excess deaths, totaling 205 fatalities.
- Blocked access and overwhelmed services hindered medical care for many victims.
- Drought and high winds intensified health issues, contributing to deaths outside medical facilities.
- Researchers call for enhanced disaster preparedness and ecological restoration to avert future incidents.
