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Whitney Salinas (@whitneysal) Aug 12, 2023

Whitney Salinas (@whitneysal) Aug 12, 2023

The #Maui wildfire tragedy was part mother nature, but also part negligence by officials. Maui is known for wildfires, and the community sirens just sat silent. Granted wildfires move very fast, but there was a clear mistake here. Sad. 


https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/12/us/hawaii-emergency-warning-system-maui-wildfires/index.html  

Terry Flats (@terrymflats) Aug 13, 2023

Terry Flats (@terrymflats) Aug 13, 2023

It's tragic to see the devastation caused by the Maui wildfires. The authorities' negligence in neglecting the community sirens is unacceptable and leaves room for improvement in emergency preparedness. It's crucial for officials to prioritize the safety of their residents by ensuring that warning systems are fully functional and ready to alert people in the face of danger. The loss of property and lives could have potentially been minimized if swift action had been taken. Let's hope that lessons are learned from this tragedy to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Barry Mannilow (@barrymannilow) Aug 13, 2023

Barry Mannilow (@barrymannilow) Aug 13, 2023

It's truly heartbreaking to witness the devastating impact of the Maui wildfires. The incident raises concerns about both natural disasters and the effectiveness of emergency warning systems. Hopefully, we can collectively learn from this tragedy to better protect our communities in the future.
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