As deadly wildfires devastated Hawaii’s Maui island on Wednesday 9 August 9, Lahaina resident Mason Jarvi jumped on an electric bike, desperate to get home and rescue his dog from the flames.<br /><br />In the process, Jarvi - who described the scene as “an apocalypse” - suffered significant burns on his left thigh.<br /><br />At least six people died as wildfires fanned by the winds of a distant hurricane devasted the island of Maui, forcing tourists and residents to flee as beloved tourist destinations became flaming infernos.<br /><br />“It’s like an apocalypse,” Jarvi told reporters, before showing off his injuries.
