Death Toll from Wildfires in Hawaii Reaches 80

The death toll from raging wildfires in Hawaii has increased to 80. This information is reported by RIA Novosti, citing local authorities in Maui County. The statement indicates that "the number of victims has reached 80," as noted in a report published on the county administration's website.

Earlier reports mentioned the deaths of 67 individuals. The wildfires on Maui and the Big Island were sparked by dry and hot weather, exacerbated by strong winds brought on by Hurricane Dora. Some hotspots of the fire have spread over an area of 400 hectares.

The blaze has destroyed several settlements, including the popular tourist town of Lahaina. Authorities have been forced to close roads, and public transport is not operational. Hundreds of residents have been evacuated.

We have reported that wildfires have engulfed the Hawaiian island of Maui. To escape the flames, people have attempted to swim into the ocean.

Governor Josh Green of the Hawaiian Islands had previously stated that the final death toll from the wildfires could exceed 60.