"Lahaina's Rebirth: Governor Vows to Rebuild Fire-Ravaged Maui Community Amidst Resignation and Media Attention"

Hawaii Governor Josh Green assures residents that the fire-ravaged Lahaina community in Maui will be rebuilt according to their desires, prioritizing their needs over property developers. Concerns of speculators taking advantage of destroyed land have arisen, prompting the governor to pledge that non-residents will not capitalize on the tragedy. The governor estimates nearly $6 billion in damages, with over 2,200 buildings destroyed and 500 damaged. Before rebuilding can begin, search efforts for victims' remains must be completed. The governor has also requested a comprehensive review of the disaster, including the cause of the fires and the response of officials.
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