Maui Wildfire Disaster updates for Aug. 21: HERE. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will visit Maui today, to observe the impact of the Maui fires and join the state in mourning the devastating loss of life and land that has occurred across the island, as well as to discuss next steps in the recovery efforts. While on the ground, the President, First Lady, and Governor Josh Green, M.D., will meet with first responders, survivors, and federal, state and local officials.
An unsafe water notice is still in effect for fire affected areas Upcountry and in parts of Lahaina. Water sampling will continue today Aug. 18 and Sunday Aug. 20. Water testing will continue for some time to ensure it is safe for drinking. Testing will continue for some time to ensure drinking water is safe.
Seven more victims were discovered a week after wind-whipped, chaotic wildfires wiped out the town of Lahaina raising the death toll to 106 on Tuesday.
The Maui News An unsafe water advisory continues to be in effect for residents in Lahaina and upper Kula areas. Maps of the affected areas are now available a