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Mazie K. Hirono: In August, Hawaii experienced our worst natural disaster since becoming a State in 1959 and the deadliest wildfire in…

On the recordNovember 15, 2023
In August, Hawaii experienced our worst natural disaster since becoming a State in 1959 and the deadliest wildfire in our country since 1918.
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Mazie K. Hirono
Hawaii

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Hirono discusses the devastating impact of the Maui fires on Hawaii and its residents.

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