Hawaii lawmakers allocated funds for firefighting equipment and a state fire marshal after a deadly wildfire in Maui.
Hawaii lawmakers allocated funds for more firefighting equipment and a state fire marshal after a deadly wildfire in Maui exposed the state's readiness shortcomings. The measures were passed during the first legislative session since the August 8 wildfire, which killed 101 people. Climate change is increasing drought in Hawaii, drying vegetation and raising the risk of wildfires.
May 02, 2024
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