County Identifies 3 More Victims Of Maui Fires

The total number of those killed in the blaze in Lahaina stands at 115.

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The total number of those killed in the blaze in Lahaina stands at 115.

Maui County officials have identified three additional victims, all of Lahaina, who died in the Aug. 8 fire in Lahaina: David Nuesca Jr., 59, Poomaikai Losano, 28, and Carolyn Ono, 73.

“Our hearts go out to the families, friends and community affected by this devastating event,” the Maui Police Department said in its news release Sunday.

The total number of fatalities stands at 115, but nearly 400 more people remain unaccounted for.

MPD has identified 50 victims to date.

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