Resignation of Maui's Emergency Chief Sparks Controversy over Siren Activation during Wildfire

The head of Maui County's emergency management agency, Herman Andaya, has resigned following criticism for not activating sirens during catastrophic wildfires that have claimed over 100 lives. Andaya defended his decision, stating that the sirens are primarily used for tsunamis and that seeking higher ground would have been dangerous during the wildfires. The mayor of Maui County will soon announce a replacement for Andaya. The deadly wildfire is the worst disaster in Hawaii state history, prompting an independent investigation into the state and local response.