Wildfires Case Study: Hawaii Flashcards
1
Q
What were the primary impacts?
A
2,200 buildings destroyed in Lahaina (mostly residential)
1
Q
When were the wildfires?
A
August 2023
2
Q
What were the secondary impacts?
A
Estimated damages of $6 billion
1000+ people reported missing
115+ people dead
3
Q
What were the responses?
A
An emergency declaration was signed on 8th August, 9th August the state government issued a state of emergency for the entire state of Hawaii
4
Q
What other factors potentially worsened the fire/effects of the fire?
A
Dry, gusty conditions created by a strong high-pressure area north of Hawaii and Hurricane Dora in the south
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