Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said that it's likely the largest natural disaster in the state's history.
Officials warned that the death toll is expected to rise. Multiple fires are still burning, and teams have spread out to search charred areas, officials said. The number of people still missing is unknown, said Maui County Police Chief John Pelletier.PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images
"Things are falling every minute around us," said Maui County Fire Chief Bradford Ventura."There have beenThe fast-moving wildfire destroyed almost everything in its path, making it all the way to Lahaina's harbor area."Until you see the devastation, it's difficult to describe," said Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen."But there's lots of people that will need a lot of help."PATRICK T.
The fire caught many residents of Maui off guard, making it difficult to plan for an organized evacuation. Dustin Kaleiopu fled Lahaina with his grandfather. He told CBS News they had to go with only the clothes they were wearing.
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