Maui's Emergency Chief Resigns Amid Wildfire Criticism
Maui's emergency management chief, Herman Andaya, has resigned following public criticism for not activating public alert sirens during devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island. Many residents have blamed the decision for costing lives, particularly in the town of Lahaina. Andaya defended his choice, stating that the sirens were primarily used for tsunamis and activating them could have led people into the fire. The wildfires have claimed at least 111 lives, making them the deadliest in the US in a century. Hawaii's Attorney General has launched an investigation into the decision-making and policies surrounding the wildfires.