Locals reportedly jumped into the ocean to escape the blaze that engulfed Hawaii’s Maui island, which has now claimed the lives of at least 55 people.
An emergency room doctor who assisted victims of the wildfires that devastated the coastal town of Lahainasome of the intense stories of escape from the flames. The fire spread quickly, leaving many with no choice but to flee to the ocean for survival.
“Her friend was hanging on with her, and her friend didn’t survive. Kind of like a ‘Titanic’ story,” he said, describing the scene, responding to the fires.VIDEO — Aerial Footage, Before & After Pictures Show Devastating Hawaii Wildfire
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