Mass evacuation effort resume for visitors and residents stranded just north of a historic town in Maui that was destroyed by a wildfire this week, officials say.
More than 100 National Guardsmen have been sent to Hawaii to assist with the wildfire response, according to Defense Department spokesman Lt. Col. Devin Robinson.
President Joe Biden approved Hawaii's disaster declaration, opening federal funding to Maui County, and to state and local recovery efforts. "Damage assessments are continuing, and additional forms of assistance may be designated after the assessments are fully completed," Biden said.Vice President Kamala Harris offers message of support to Maui victimsVice President Kamala Harris offered her support and prayers to Maui wildfire victims Thursday.
“Our Administration has ordered federal support for response and rescue efforts in Hawaii, and we urge all residents to follow local alerts and instructions during this difficult time,” she added.Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest Airlines providing $19 flights for evacueesHawaiian Airlines announced in a tweet Wednesday that it will continue to operate flights for urgent travel between Maui and Honolulu for $19.
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