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Which island did the wildfires sweep through on August 8?
Which island did the wildfires sweep through on August 8?
How many people have died as a result of the wildfires?
How many people have died as a result of the wildfires?
What caused the wildfires to spread rapidly across Lahaina?
What caused the wildfires to spread rapidly across Lahaina?
Why are residents asking why they were not warned about the wildfires?
Why are residents asking why they were not warned about the wildfires?
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Who ordered federal aid to Hawaii to support recovery efforts?
Who ordered federal aid to Hawaii to support recovery efforts?
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Which town did the deadliest wildfires in the United States in a century sweep through?
Which town did the deadliest wildfires in the United States in a century sweep through?
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When did President Joe Biden visit Maui?
When did President Joe Biden visit Maui?
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What fueled the wildfires in Lahaina?
What fueled the wildfires in Lahaina?
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Why are residents asking why they were not warned about the wildfires?
Why are residents asking why they were not warned about the wildfires?
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Who ordered federal aid to Hawaii to support recovery efforts?
Who ordered federal aid to Hawaii to support recovery efforts?
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Study Notes
Wildfires in Hawaii
- Wildfires swept through the island of Maui on August 8.
- At least 106 people have died as a result of the wildfires.
- Strong winds and dry conditions caused the wildfires to spread rapidly across Lahaina.
- Residents are asking why they were not warned about the wildfires, suggesting that there was inadequate warning or response from authorities.
Federal Response
- President Joe Biden ordered federal aid to Hawaii to support recovery efforts.
- The President visited Maui on August 22 to assess the damage.
Impact
- The wildfires in Lahaina are considered the deadliest in the United States in a century.
- The wildfires were fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, which enabled them to spread rapidly across the town.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the devastating Lahaina wildfires on Maui, the deadliest fires in the US in a century. Learn about the impact, casualties, and President Biden's response in this quiz.
