But so far only a tiny fraction of the affected area, less than 5 m has been searched. Hundreds of people are still unaccounted for, and authorities are expecting the death toll to rise significantly. Wildfires in the area are still burning with firefighters working to bring them under control. These pictures are from the Us National Guard which is providing assistance. Hawaiians are donating supplies to be sent to the worst affected areas. But maui locals say much more help is needed. Hawaiis governor has given this update. It isa it is a harrowing sight in maui. The police in this division, when you do come across scenes in houses or businesses, it is very difficult for them, ultimately will be sharing with our people that there have been more fatalities. I do expect the numbers to rise. More now from our North America correspondent sophie long who is in maui. The death toll now stands at 93 but we are told that that will rise. Over the past five days we have heard countless harrowin
Holy Innocents Episcopal Church formerly on Front Street in Lahaina Town and destroyed by the fire, announced the start of regular services at 8 a.m. every Sunday in Nāpili.
The gathering will offer a time for community members to honor lost loved ones and come together in prayer for comfort, healing and hope. Faith leaders from different Lahaina churches will offer prayers as part of the gathering.
Bill and Linda Steingass live half the year in Medina County and half in their home on Maui. Their house is a lifeboat for friends who lost everything.
Our ministry family in Hawaii is making long-term plans for Maui fire response. If you are wondering how you can best offer your support, here's an answer for you.