The wildfires on the island of Maui, in the state of Hawaii, in the United States, spread rapidly, leaving 53 people dead so far. satellite images (see below) registered the difference of the location before and after the flames
The fire has been fueled by a combination of strong winds and dry conditions — and complicated by the island’s geography.
Together, the factors make fighting the unprecedented fire difficult. The situation worries and overwhelms local authorities.
Several neighborhoods were burned and the west side from the island was almost isolated, with only one road open, while mislandres of people were removed in their homes. Some people fled to the sea to escape from the smoke and from thes flames.
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See before and after areas of the Island of Maui
Satellite images taken June 25 and August 9 show an overview of Lahaina Square and retail outlets in Maui County, Hawaii before and after the recent wildfires.
Satellite images taken June 25 and August 9 show an overview of Banyan Court in Lahaina, Hawaii, before and after the recent wildfires.
Satellite images taken on June 25 and August 9 show an overview of southern Lahaina, Hawaii before and after the recent wildfires.
Source: CNN Brasil
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