The week of Aug. 6, 2023, a series of wildfires, driven by Hurricane Dora’s winds, swept across Maui and the Big Island, bringing widespread devastation, especially in the town of Lahaina on Maui. Videos show acres of smoking, charred rubble and debris. By Aug. 10, at least 36 people had died because of the fires.
Though damage assessments are still ongoing, it is clear that recovery from these catastrophic wildfires will take years.
CDP’s Hawaii Wildfires Recovery Fund supports equitable recovery for wildfire-affected families and communities who face unique challenges in the aftermath of disasters that can prolong recovery.
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