Maui conspiracy theories are spreading on social media. Why this always happens after a disaster
A slew of viral conspiracy videos on social media have made baseless claims that the Maui wildfires were started intentionally as part of a land grab, highlighting how quickly misinformation spreads after a disaster.
2023-08-26 18:21
The Pokemon Company donated $200k to Hawaii Wildfire Relief Fund
The Pokémon Company has urged people to donate to the relief efforts.
2023-08-15 19:16
Portable hotspots arrive in Maui to bring internet to residents and tourists
Portable mobile hotspots have arrived in Maui to help bring internet service to the thousands of people who may have been unable to call for help since the wildfires started to rage out of control on the island.
2023-08-11 03:45
Why cell phone service is down in Maui — and when it could be restored
Thousands of people in Maui are without cell service as the wildfires continue to rage out of control on the island, preventing people from calling emergency services or updating loved ones about their status. It could take days or even weeks to get the networks back up and running.
2023-08-10 03:59