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The federal money can be used for debris removal and protective measures in the fire-devastated historic town and other damaged areas.

Fires in Maui spurred multiple evacuations after flames ravaged much of Lahaina town and elsewhere in Kula and Upcountry areas.

The Maui tourist hub hosted nearly 1,000 business establishments, most of which were burned to the ground.

Sandwich Isles Communications had already buried miles of lines and is in position to extend service to other companies.

Despite losing everything, survivors say they’re being asked to produce official documents that got burned in last week’s deadly fire.

The federal agency is also assisting local officials in determining the origin and cause.

Gov. Josh Green signaled there may be changes coming to water designations in West Maui.

Waivers and refunds apply only to residential buildings damaged by the wildfires.

Updated: After posting this story, Hale Mahaolu Issued a statement saying they have heard from 22 residents. Three have died, four have been reported missing and the company has been unable to reach another four. 

As they await test results, Maui residents in affected areas are told not to drink tap water and to wash their clothes in cold water.