Lahaina relies on swell of volunteer support amid slow government response to fires

Frustration at government response to deadliest wildfire in recent US history is mounting but community groups mobilized to help

Nearly a week after Hawaii's devastating wildfires destroyed the historic town of Lahaina and killed at least 96 people, the need in Maui is still so great that when boats approach the western side of the island with donations, people run across the beach to welcome them.

It's a sight Edgar Rodriguez appreciates - and understands. Rodriguez and his family lost their Lahaina home to the flames. In the days since, he has shepherded supplies to those who stayed behind in the closed portion of the island with the Pacific Whale Foundation, a marine conservation nonprofit.