Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the FEMA could seize their property if they do.

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National story. 11 articles from 6 sources. Updated Aug 19, 2023.

Part of The 2023 Maui wildfires and the destruction of Lahaina

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Honolulu Star-AdvertiserLean Left· Aug 19, 2023

Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid

The Garden IslandLean Left· Aug 19, 2023· ran in 4 outlets

FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires

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FOX 5 New YorkCenter· Aug 19, 2023

Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

Fox10 PhoenixCenter· Aug 19, 2023

Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

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Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

Fox5 AtlantaCenter· Aug 19, 2023

Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

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Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

FOX 5 DCCenter· Aug 19, 2023

Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

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KOB 4Center· Aug 18, 2023

FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires

WTOP Washington DCCenter· Aug 18, 2023

FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires

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MyNorthwestLean Right· Aug 19, 2023· ran in 4 outlets

FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires