People in Hawaii flee into ocean to escape wildfires that are burning a popular Maui tourist town
Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned multiple structures in areas including historic Lahaina town, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities Wednesday, and rescuers pulled a dozen people escaping smoke and flames from the ocean.
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10 sourcesErratic winds and steep terrain in areas of Maui are challenging crews battling wildfires
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4 sourcesMaui residents jump into ocean to escape raging Hawaiian wildfire fueled by Hurricane Dora
Thousands flee as hurricane-fueled wildfires rip through Hawaiian islands
Hawaii wildfires burn homes, prompt evacuations while strong winds hamper fire crews
Hawaii officials issue emergency proclamation as wildfires propelled by Hurricane Dora rage, force evacuations
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5 articlesPeople Jump Into Ocean to Escape Flames as Raging Wildfires Burn in Hawaii: ‘It’s Apocalyptic’
Wildfires force evacuations on Hawaii’s Maui as strong winds fan flames
Hawaii wildfires force evacuations and ocean rescues as people flee into water
Maui fires live updates: six dead, dozens injured in Hawaii as Hurricane Dora winds drive wildfires
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