Amidst historic destruction, activists decry fossil fuels’ role in “apocalyptic” Hawaiian fires.
A Mercy Worldwide volunteer makes damage assessment of charred apartment complex in the aftermath of a wildfire in Lahaina, western Maui, Hawaii on August 12, 2023.her office will conduct a “comprehensive review of critical decision-making and standing policies leading up to, during, and after the wildfires on Maui and Hawaii,” which have killed dozens of people.
“The Department of the Attorney General shares the grief felt by all in Hawaii, and our hearts go out to everyone affected by this tragedy,” Lopez said in a statement. “My department is committed to understanding the decisions that were made before and during the wildfires and to sharing with the public the results of this review. As we continue to support all aspects of the ongoing relief effort, now is the time to begin this process of understanding.
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