Hell In Paradise – Lahaina, Hawaii | Part 1: Families Flee Wildfires Into Ocean As Maui Boats Aid Fire Relief Efforts | Jonathan Petramala | Aug 16, 2023 (Short Documentary)
Summary:
This gripping news documentary captures the devastation and community resilience as deadly wildfires engulfed Maui’s historic Lahaina town.
See first-hand accounts of terrified teens jumping into the ocean with their mother to escape the raging flames.
Local charter boats paused tours and instead carried critical supplies and evacuees. A husband and wife captain duo lost their home but continue assisting the relief efforts. Residents and visitors attempt to recover belongings from the decimated western region.
This emotional video chronicles the tragedy and humanitarian spirit amidst Hawaii’s most destructive wildfire in generations. This is the first part of a two part news documentary.
Please consider supporting those directly involved. I know the people behind these GoFundMe personally.
Capt Brad & Capt Carrie (lost everything)
https://gofund.me/1e66d014
Gemini Sailing Charters
https://gofund.me/e13731f9
Noah Tomkinson & Family (lost everything)
https://gofund.me/7942fa9d
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22 min
Content Source/Owner: Jonathan Petramala
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Part 2 of this report on the battle for survival from the deadliest wildfire in over 100 years in the United States:
Chaotic Maui Evacuation – https://youtu.be/5Z0beYjT6ko