Maui emergency chief resigns amid outrage over wildfire response

Herman Andaya, the head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency, resigned Thursday a day after he defended his decision not to activate the warning sirens as wildfires burned down portions of the island. The resignation comes as officials continue their search for victims. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell has more from Maui.

Aug 19, 2023 - 01:23
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Maui emergency chief resigns amid outrage over wildfire response
Herman Andaya, the head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency, resigned Thursday a day after he defended his decision not to activate the warning sirens as wildfires burned down portions of the island. The resignation comes as officials continue their search for victims. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell has more from Maui.

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