Final Victim of Lahaina Wildfire Identified, Death Toll Reaches 100
Three people remain unaccounted for following the disaster, which displaced over 5,400 people and caused an estimated $5.5 billion in damages.
- Authorities in Hawaii have identified the last known victim of the devastating wildfire that swept through Lahaina, Maui in August 2023, bringing the total death toll to 100.
- 70-year-old Lydia Coloma was the final victim to be identified, marking the end of a long and challenging process for forensic experts and authorities.
- Three people remain unaccounted for following the disaster, which destroyed over 2,000 buildings and displaced more than 5,400 people.
- The fire, fueled by strong winds from Hurricane Dora, was one of the deadliest in U.S. history, causing an estimated $5.5 billion in damages.
- Maui County officials are encouraging anyone who believes there may still be unaccounted victims to contact the police.