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Where do Maui evacuees go after losing homes in the Hawaii wildfires?(LAHAINA, Hawaii) -- Lahaina resident Leif Wright was forced to evacuate from his home in

Devastation. Destruction. And deaths. What was expected to be a weather system passing well south of Hawaii abruptly and shockingly ended up whipping Maui wildfires that would burn down historic Lahaina town, kill at least six people and injure many others, obliterate communications on the West side, and destroy hundreds of buildings, homes and businesses.

Non-perishable food, bottled water, hygiene items and blankets are being accepted.

As the Maui wildfires continue to impact the community, there are several ways you can contribute to the relief efforts. Here’s how you can make a difference.

HONOLULU (KITV4) -- Wildfires continue to threaten parts of Maui after virtually wiping the historic town of Lahaina off the map.

More than 271 structures have been impacted in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, following a sprawling wildfire, according to a news release from Maui County Wednesday.  

Devastating wildfires on Maui were still raging Wednesday night, making the assessment of damage, deaths and casualties difficult as thousands of residents lost homes, visitors were asked to leave the island, and historic Lahaina — the Hawaiian kingdom’s original seat of power and home to King Kamehameha’s palace — lay in ruins.

“Today, we offer our condolences and aloha to the ʻohana of those who have lost their lives, and those who have lost their homes and livelihoods to the wildfires on Maui. We share our aloha with our neighbors on Maui as we face devastation in Lahaina and around the island…”

The fires have killed at least 36 people, according to officials.

Hawaiʻi Community Foundation and Maui United Way are accepting online monetary donations to help Maui residents affected by fires and has left at least 36 people dead.