Breaking news: 6 dead as Hawaii wildfires besiege coastal town

On Maui, thousands lost power and officials cut off access to popular resorts.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story August 9, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Zeke Kalua/County of Maui, via Associated Press Rapidly Moving Wildfires Kill 6 in Hawaii On Maui, the blazes overwhelmed some residents so suddenly that they tried to flee by swimming into the Pacific Ocean. Thousands have evacuated. Follow live updates Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018