Reading time: 3 minutes. The picturesque island of Maui has been thrust into a state of emergency as Maui fires rage through its lands, prompting widespread evacuations, road closures, and shelter updates. The fires, fueled by the dry winds of a passing hurricane, have caused devastation across Lahaina town, Kula, and the Upcountry areas. Local officials, along with state and federal resources, are working tirelessly to combat the flames and ensure the safety of residents and visitors alike. Unprecedented Disaster: The Call for Evacuations As the flames engulfed large swathes…