Hawaii police have said some 388 people are still missing after deadly wildfires ripped through Maui, leaving a trail of destruction behind. The police have also released the names of those who remain unaccounted for.

Hawaii police issue names of 388 people still missing after devastating wildfires

Hurricane Hilary hurtled towards Mexico's Baja California peninsula on Sunday, blanketing the region with heavy rain amid warnings of catastrophic and life-threatening flooding on the peninsula and in the U.S. Southwest. One man died in the Baja California Sur state when a family of five was swept away into the sea while crossing a stream, according to a Mexican official, who also shared images of flooding and roads that were swept away in the area. In the United States, the hurricane disrupted flights and sports games before it arrived.

Hurricane Hilary: 'Tropical storm brings flooding to Southern California

A few days ago, an image went viral, showing a lone house, with a bright red roof and white facade, standing untouched while the neighbouring properties were burnt to a crisp in the Maui wildfires.

Real reason why the viral red house in Maui remained untouched by wildfires revealed

Maui County Emergency Management chief Herman Andaya resigned from his position on Thursday (August 17), after being denounced by locals over the island's response to the deadly wildfires that tore through the Hawaiian town of Lahaina and claimed the lives of at least 111 people.

Maui's emergency management agency chief resigns amid criticism

A single home miraculously survived the deadly wildfires in West Maui even as other properties in the vicinity were burned to the ground. The house, with white walls and a red roof, was left nearly untouched in contrast to the trail of destruction left behind in the neighbourhood.

A lone house remained untouched by the Maui wildfires

Wildfires in the Maui county have wreaked havoc. The death toll has now risen to at least 110, while search operations continue. U.S. President and first lady Jill Biden will head to Hawaii next week and meet survivors of the horrific wildfire.

US President Joe Biden to meet survivors, first responders

As the Hawaiian island of Maui recovers from the deadly wildfires, specialised search dogs have been pressed into service to search for the missing victims. These cadaver dogs can distinguish human remains from those of pets and other animals.

Maui: These highly-trained dogs are on mission to find wildfire victims

The confirmed number of deaths in the Maui wildfires has risen to 100, Governor Josh Green said. Adding to it, he also said that they are prepared for many more tragic stories.

Hawaii: Maui wildfire is deadliest disaster; Governor says, 'we're prepared for many tragic stories'

The wildfire that swept across Hawaii a week ago, turned one of the nation's most celebrated islands into an ashen moonscape. The wildfires have killed at least 101 people. A number that officials warn could double as the search continues.

Hawaii wildfire death toll crosses 100, Biden plans to visit for recovery efforts | Climate Tracker

Hawaii is grappling with the deadliest wildfires seen in over a century with the death toll reaching 101. But now a new wave of challenges has emerged which, if anything, only further compounds the island's struggle.

'Robbed at gunpoint in Maui': Chaotic scenes after devastating wildfires in Hawaii

The confirmed number of deaths in the Maui wildfires has risen to 99, Gov. Josh Green said today. “In addition to that, the search goes on,” Green said. The previous number of confirmed deaths had been 96.

Hawaii wildfire: Death toll rises to 99 as crews continue search for missing victims

The wildfires that ripped through the Hawaiian island of Maui have been ranked as the fifth-deadliest wildland fire in US history. The fires started on August 8 and have since killed at least 96 people while displacing thousands and causing damages - both ecological and financial.

Maui wildfire ranked fifth-deadliest in US history as death toll mounts to 96

The Hawaiian island of Maui has been devastated by the wildfires, killing nearly 100 people while displacing thousands. While 1,300 remain missing, an iOS feature may have saved the life of an individual during the disaster.

Maui: Family stuck in deadly wildfires saved by THIS novel Apple emergency feature

Online platforms have been inundated with false narratives regarding the devastating wildfires in Hawaii, media reports said while detailing such instances. These misleading claims suggest that the catastrophic fires were orchestrated by employing advanced technology like a laser beam.

Video | Hawaii wildfire 'conspiracy theories' garner millions of views online

Maui wildfire has resulted in the death of 96 people, with Hawaii officials warning that figure is likely to rise, making it the worst such disaster for the region in a century.

Maui wildfires deadliest in century as death toll hits 96, search for missing goes on

The confirmed death toll was later raised to 93 from the total of 89 announced in a press conference with Green and other officials. At least two other fires have been burning on Maui, with no fatalities reported thus far: in south Maui's Kihei area and in the mountainous, inland communities known as Upcountry.

Maui Hawaii wildfire: Death toll rises to 93

Hawaii Governor Josh Green said that terrifying fire tornados, which had temperatures of '1,000 degrees', tore through the buildings of Maui as no siren or alarms went off.

No siren or alarms as '1,000-degree' fire tornados tore through buildings of Maui, reveals Hawaii governor

Death toll in Hawaii wildfires rises to 93, making it the deadliest natural disaster since it became a state.

Maui wildfires among the deadliest in US history | WION Climate Tracker

Hawaii island has been battling deadly wildfires and the death toll has now risen to 80. The search operation continues...

Maui Island: Dest, death & destruction takes over Hawaii islands after fire

Hawaii island has been battling deadly wildfires and the death toll has now risen to 93. The search operation continues. Locals are angry over the disaster response in Maui.

Hawaii wildfires wreak havoc, toll now 93

A freakish wildfire has leveled a Hawaiian town, leaving at least 67 people dead and destroying more than 270 buildings. Meanwhile, on the other side of the planet, wildfires are blazing through the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, while Portugal and Greece are on high alert for wildfires due to the intense heatwave settling over Spain. July 2023 has officially been designated the hottest month in recorded human history, and thousands of temperature records have been obliterated worldwide. WION's Eric Njoka speaks to Jon Jelsema, a senior forecaster & hurricane specialist from Honolulu and Kathleen Hogarty, director of advancement, hospice Maui, about the situation in Hawaii and the rise in spate of wildfires.

Hawaii scarred by deadly Maui wildfires

At least 36 people died after the catastrophic wildfires ravaged the resort city of Lahaina on Hawaii's Maui island, in the United States. Thousands of people have been impacted, with the majority being displaced.

Explained | What's behind Maui wildfires? How has the situation gotten so worse?

As firefighters fight the devastating flames that have nearly engulfed the Hawaiian island of Maui completely, scary videos of wildfires ravaging residential areas are now eliciting reactions online.

Watch: Social media awash with videos of deadly Maui island fire in Hawaii

The death toll in the Maui wildfires has soared to 55, with over 1,000 buildings turning into smouldering ruins, officials said. Among the worst affected is the resort town of Lahaina, where more than 270 structures were destroyed or damaged.

Maui wildfires death toll rises to 55, President Joe Biden declares it ‘major disaster’

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