Jason Momoa is speaking out about the tragic wildfires that began ravaging the island of Maui, Hawaii, earlier this week. “We are devastated and heartbroken for our friends and ‘ohana on Maui who been impacted by the recent wildfires,” Momoa wrote on Instagram, sharing a series of posts that included information about the event that began on Tuesday.
According to the post, which was created by the ‘Āina Momona environmental nonprofit organization, the wildfires began as a result of draught conditions and hurricane weather, leaving at least six people dead, destroying the historic Lahaina Town and forcing evacuations across the island.
Additionally, the Associated Press reports that dozens of individuals were wounded and 271 structures were damaged or destroyed.
Momoa — who was born in Honolulu, Hawaii — also shared a Maui Mutual Aid Resource Guide on his Instagram Story. Several stars with ties to the island are also addressing the news, including Maui residents Carlos and Alexa PenaVega. “I have no words,” Carlos wrote on his Instagram Story. “Pray for Maui.
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