Hawaii wildfires declared 'major disaster' leaving 36 dead

US president Joe Biden has issued a "major disaster declaration" after 36 are dead from wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

People stranded at shelters and airport as evacuations continue

US president Joe Biden has issued a "major disaster declaration" after 36 are dead from wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

The declaration means the federal government will provide funding to assist in the wake of the wildfires.

Aid will go to both state and local recovery efforts.

Affected individuals in Maui will be able to access funds for assistance like temporary housing grants, home repairs, and low-cost loans to help with uninsured property losses.