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Published 10:45 IST, August 18th 2023

Facing criticism for not activating sirens during fire, Maui's emergency services chief resigns

The head of the US' Maui Emergency Management Agency resigned abruptly Thursday, a day after saying he had no regret about not using sirens to warn residents of wildfires that devastated the historic seaside community of Lahaina and killed at least 111 people.

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Head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency Herman Andaya
Head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency Herman Andaya resigned abruptly on Thursday, August 17, 2023 | Image: AP | Image: self
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10:45 IST, August 18th 2023