The wildfires that rapidly swept across Maui this week led to thousands of evacuations, burned-out homes, and the deaths of at least 53 people, according to Hawaii’s governor. It was the latest in a series of extreme weather events around the globe this summer, including the record-setting wildfires in Canada. Key Take Away:The wildfires in Maui led to thousands of evacuations, burned-out homes, and deaths. Climate change increases the likelihood of extreme weather events like wildfires. Climate change also makes stronger hurricanes more likely, which can fuel wind events that exacerbate wildfires.
