Video: Devastating Hawaii Fire Engulfs All, Yet Church Remains Untouched
Video: Deadly Hawaii Fire Destroys Everything But Leaves Church Seemingly Unscathed
Amid the devastating fires that have ravaged Hawaii and its surroundings, one historic Catholic church stands tall as a symbol of hope. The Maria Lanakila church in Lahaina, Maui, remains untouched by the flames, as captured in a video shared on Twitter.
A miracle?
A Catholic church reportedly remains untouched by the wildfires as a symbol of hope in Hawaii
Around 67 people have died in the wildfires that has almost totally destroyed the Lahaina town in Hawaii’s Maui. While according to local reports coming out, Maria… pic.twitter.com/VxRzN1wX16
— Sachin Jose (@Sachinettiyil) August 12, 2023
Photos taken from the air reveal the extent of the devastation around Maria Lanakila, highlighting the church’s preservation amidst the destruction.
A Catholic church reportedly remains untouched by the wildfires as a symbol of hope in Hawaii
Around 67 people have died in the wildfires that has almost totally destroyed the Lahaina town in Hawaii’s Maui. While according to local reports coming out, Maria Lanakila, a Catholic… pic.twitter.com/y1zGUKfvgO
— Sachin Jose (@Sachinettiyil) August 12, 2023
Many have found solace in the church’s preservation, seeing it as a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of the fires.
That was one of the first places I thought of when I heard of the fires… we attend Mass here each time we visit. It’s a lovely church. But all of Maui is lovely, and so much beauty & history has been destroyed. It’s heartbreaking. This church is a beacon of hope & resiliency…
— C.E. Jentzen (@belle4beau) August 12, 2023
The Maria Lanakila church has a rich history, dating back to 1846, before Hawaii became an American territory or state. Its name translates to “Our Lady of Victory” in the Hawaiian language.
While the church building remains unscathed, the wildfires have caused significant damage and loss of life. The fires have primarily affected Maui, with some fires also reported on the Big Island.
Aerial photos further illustrate the extent of the devastation in Lahaina.
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Tragically, the bodies of those who lost their lives in the fires have been recovered from the waters surrounding Lahaina. The death toll continues to rise, with 89 fatalities reported as of Saturday night.
The wildfires in Hawaii have now become the deadliest in U.S. history, leaving a devastating impact on the affected communities.
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