But damage and economic impact cost could reach $6 billion, says a Moody's estimate, as President Joe Biden releases funds for emergency repairs and announces FEMA official as federal coordinator for long-term reconstruction
President Joe Biden disaster declaration for hard-hit historic center Lahaina and other affected areas on Aug. 10 makes federal funds available for recovery, even as fires are not fully contained.
EPA has accepted for investigation an administrative complaint alleging the California State Water Resources Control Board discriminated against Native American tribes and other peoples.