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On Tuesday night, wildfires began to spread across Maui, causing mass devastation on parts of the Hawaiian island. The massive blaze, which resulted in the tragic loss of more than 55 lives–at the time of publication–also claimed residential homes and businesses. Amongst the casualties was Fleetwood’s on Front St., the restaurant owned by Mick Fleetwood since 2012. 

On social media, the restaurant shared that they would be closed until further notice, explaining, “As many of you have probably seen on the news, Lahaina Town has suffered tremendous damage, and with that, Fleetwoods on Front Street has been lost. Words can not express the devastation that our community is facing right now.”

They concluded the message by adding: “Our main priority at the moment is the safety of our team members and staff. We appreciate your support and patience as we navigate this difficult terrain. Mahalo.” While Fleetwood’s on Front St. is just one incident of loss caused by the devastating fires, the current conditions in Maui remain extreme, and help is needed. 

If you or someone you know has the ability to offer financial assistance to those affected by the wildfires on Maui, GoFundMe has set up a page dedicated to helping those in need.