The search for people in Maui who are missing after the devastating Hawaii wildfires continues. Officials highlighted resources for those searching for their loved ones.
Between 1,000 and 1,100 individuals remain unaccounted for following the Maui wildfire disaster, as of Aug. 22. It's a reduction from the roughly 2,500 others who had originally been reported as missing, as people have been reported safe, according to emergency response officials.Former Lahaina resident Leila Torgerson has been holding out hope that she would find her mother, who was living in Lahaina, after the wildfires ravaged the historic town.
More than 2,000 structures were damaged in the fires, and buildings have collapsed, so officials say equipment has been brought in to help search for victims in the destruction.Maui Police Chief John Pelletier told reporters that every single structure that's been damaged by the fire has been or will be searched. He also acknowledged the possibility that not all victims will be counted.
A Combined Joint Task Force 50 search, rescue and recovery member conducts search operations of areas damaged by Maui wildfires in Lahaina, Hawaii, August 15, 2023.Call for DNA samples to identify victims A representative of the company behind the DNA testing said nearly three-quarters of the remains collected so far have generated searchable DNA results.Those in Maui who are seeking information regarding loved ones are being directed to the Family Assistance Center for more information.
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