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Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla and SpaceX/Starlink are helping Hawaii recover from devastating wildfires. Recent photos on social media indicate that Starlink kits are being deployed on the island to provide free internet to those affected by the Maui catastrophe.

Musk took to Twitter to share the efforts made by his companies in assisting Hawaii. According to Starlink’s official account, over 650 satellite internet kits have been shipped to more than 40 organizations involved in the recovery efforts on the island.

An organization called Red Lightning Disaster Relief captured images on LinkedIn showing the setup of Starlink kits in Maui. They emphasized that communication is currently a challenge in the area, making the presence of Starlink a great help. The organization purchased 20 Starlink systems and successfully set up multiple connections, with plans to continue installations over the coming days.

The Maui wildfire, which began on August 8, ravaged over 2,500 acres of land, particularly in historic towns like Lahaina. It is now the deadliest wildfire incident in the United States in over a century and the worst natural disaster in Hawaii’s history. The devastating event has claimed at least 106 lives, with over 1,000 people still missing.

Given the magnitude of the catastrophe, any assistance provided by Tesla, SpaceX, and Starlink is greatly appreciated. Their contribution will undoubtedly make a significant impact on Hawaii’s recovery process.

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