Maui Fires Death Toll , Increases to at Least 55.<br />On Aug. 10, at least 55 people were <br />confirmed dead on the island of Maui due to fast-moving wildfires, CBS News reports. .<br />That same day, the fire that demolished the town <br />of Lahaina was reportedly 80% contained. .<br />Four wildfires continue to burn <br />on the island, according to Maui <br />County Fire Chief Bradford Ventura. .<br />Officials predict that the <br />death toll will continue to rise.<br />Gov. Josh Green said that "hundreds of homes" have been demolished so far. .<br />What we saw is likely the largest natural disaster in Hawaii state history, Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, via statement.<br />When asked how many people are estimated <br />to still be missing, Maui County Police Chief <br />John Pelletier said, "Honestly, we don't know.".<br />As for Lahaina residents who <br />want to go back home, Pelletier said it <br />could be weeks before that's a possibility. .<br />But we have to respect the fact that we've got loved ones in that earth, <br />and we've got to do the right thing <br />to get them out the right way, Maui County Police Chief John Pelletier, via statement.<br />President Biden issued a federal disaster declaration on Aug. 10.<br />Our prayers are with the people of Hawaii, <br />but not just our prayers — every asset <br />we have will be available to them. , President Joe Biden, via statement.<br />They've seen their homes, <br />their businesses destroyed, <br />and some have lost loved ones, <br />and it's not over yet, President Joe Biden, via statement
