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At least 36 killed as Hawaii wildfires raze resort city on Maui island

Cause of the wildfires not yet known, but mix of dry vegetation, strong winds and low humidity believed to have quickened spread

Wildfires, fanned by winds of a distant hurricane, have killed dozens and destroyed the town of Lahaina, on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Video: Reuters
Thu Aug 10 2023 - 17:21

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