Maui fire survivor: "Fear and panic that I have never experienced before"
As the Maui wildfires were spreading, hotel manager Kawena Kahula desperately searched for her family.
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Hawaii fire survivors describe lack of help
Over 100 people are now confirmed dead on the Hawaiian island of Maui after last week's wildfires, with hundreds more still missing. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti is on Maui and talked with survivors about the lack of official assistance during and after the disaster.
Wildfire survivor waited days for help
With no cellphone reception, Kawena Kahula drove into Lahaina to find her son last week unaware of the danger that awaited her. She spoke with CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti about what happened next. Editor's Note: Kahula later told CBS News she reunited with her son and both are physically doing well.
Biden to visit wildfire-ravaged Maui
President Biden will visit Hawaii with the first lady Monday and meet with volunteers, emergency workers and survivors of last week's wildfires on Maui. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest details.
Hawaii wildfire recovery moving slow
More than 100 people are confirmed dead and hundreds more remain missing as recovery crews continue to sift through the ruins of last week's terrible wildfires in Hawaii. CBS News' Jessica Kartalija has the latest from Maui.
Smaller blazes still burning in Kula
Outside of Lahaina, fires were still burning in Kula on Maui. Crews were still working to contain those blazes, which have destroyed at least 19 Upcountry homes. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Real estate scammers targeting Maui residents, officials warn
The Hawaii governor said people posing as real estate agents "who may have ill intent" have approached residents about selling damaged properties.
Closer look at cost of the Hawaii wildfires
The Maui wildfires were the deadliest in a century, with 99 confirmed killed and hundreds more missing. Thousands also lost their homes and pieces of Hawaii's history are gone forever. Lana Zak has a closer look at the cost of the devastation.
Wildfire survivor describes situation in Maui
Maui resident Pamela Reader escaped with her husband and two daughters but lost her house in last week's wildfire. She said one of her friends still cannot locate his parents. Reader joined CBS News to discuss how people on the island are doing.
Recovery continues after Hawaii wildfire
The death toll from the Hawaii wildfire is expected to grow exponentially with the disaster already confirmed as the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell has more on the recovery efforts in Maui.
Maui animal shelter housing pets whose owners lost homes in fires
An estimated 3,000 animals were missing on the island, according to the Maui Humane Society.
How to help those affected by the Maui wildfires
Here are some organizations accepting donations to assist victims of the disastrous wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
Lahaina restaurant owner describes escape
"We had no updates from 1 p.m. on," Hawaii restaurateur Caleb Hopkins says of last week's wildfire in Maui. At 1, Hopkins says, he was told the fire on the island was 100% contained, but a few hours later he was racing for his life with his family. "We got away just in time," Hopkins told CBS News.
Have a trip planned to Hawaii? What to know about the Maui fires
Airlines, hotels and homesharing sites are implementing flexible rebooking and cancellation policies.
Hawaii natives fear gentrification after fire
As the search for the missing and dead continues in Maui after last week's wildfires, survivors are wary about the future. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on longtime residents' worries they won't be able to afford to rebuild in their old neighborhoods. And CBS News' Tony Dokoupil has the latest on criticism of the government relief response.
Warning signs hours before Hawaii wildfires
Ninety-nine people are now confirmed to have died in last week's Hawaii wildfires with hundreds more still missing. Gov. Josh Green told CBS News Monday that crews might recover 10 to 20 people a day as the search of Maui continues. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports on what's being learned about conditions before the fire.
Maui County official discusses rescue efforts
In the wake of the wildfire disaster, the small but mighty community in Maui is coming together to help those in need. CBS News' Rudabeh Shahbazi reports. Plus, Alice Lee, chair of the Maui County Council, joins CBS News to discuss the community's response to the tragedy and give an update on the current state of search and rescue efforts.
Wildfires take toll on Maui economy
The wildfires in Maui have taken the lives of nearly 100 people and the livelihoods of countless others. Local officials estimate tourism accounts for roughly 80% of the island's economy, with 1.5 million visitors spending $3.47 billion in the first half of 2023. James Tokioka, director of Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, joins CBS News to discuss the financial impact of the wildfires and what the biggest priority is for rebuilding.
Biggest medical needs in Hawaii right now
Officials in Hawaii expect the death toll to rise significantly on Maui after wildfires consumed large parts of the island last week. Hawaii's governor says the fires have caused more than $6 billion in damage. Justin Prouty, owner of Minit Medical Urgent Care in Hawaii, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.
Lahaina's 150-year-old banyan tree offers hope amid Maui wildfire ash
The famous tree is "still breathing" – even as ash and rubble cover the world around it.
How dangerous climate conditions fueled Maui's devastating wildfires
A dangerous mix of conditions appear to have combined to make the wildfires that blazed a path of destruction in Hawaii particularly damaging.
As Maui wildfires death toll nears 100, anger grows
Residents say Hawaii's famous warning sirens never went off. The death toll has climbed steadily as the search continues.
Lahaina community bands together after fire
The wildfires in Maui completely destroyed the historic town of Lahaina, and families there have nothing to return to but piles of burnt metal and ash. Amid the tragedy, people are still finding ways to come together to help each other. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil is there with more.
Nearly 100 confirmed dead in Maui wildfire
Almost 100 people have been confirmed dead and many are still missing after a devastating wildfire swept through Hawaii's Maui island last week, the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. CBS News' Jessica Kartalija spoke with survivors in Maui and Todd Jones, national spokesperson for the American Red Cross, joined CBS News with an update on recovery efforts.
Maui resident and business owner on wildfires
Maui resident and business owner Javier Barberi lost one of his businesses due to the wildfires on the island. Barberi joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the deadly wildfires and what the island needs now.
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Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
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Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
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