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Hi, my name is Julie Porter and I’m asking for help on behalf of my sister and brother-in-law, Laura and Kirk Boes. On the afternoon of August 8th, from their house in Lahaina, they noticed white smoke. Then, they saw black smoke. Next, they heard the explosions. They grabbed a few items and their dog, Bubba and jumped in their car.
They were told to head north on the one road out of Lahaina, but instead, they headed south and narrowly escaped the fast-moving flames. This proved to be a good decision as the traffic heading north out of Lahaina was stopped. That night, they spent the night in their car and eventually made their way to Kihei to stay with Kirk’s brother. As they watched the local news and cried and prayed, they had a sinking feeling that their house may not survive. By the end of the day Wednesday, it was confirmed.
Their house, wonderful garden and small artist studio were gone, along with their neighborhood. The photo here is of Laura standing on the rubble of what used to be their house. Laura is self-employed; working various gigs in and around Lahaina. Kirk is an artist who often painted in plein air in historic Lahaina Town. I know they would be grateful for any amount of help and if I know them, they will pay it forward. They truly are a couple of the most unselfish, helpful, honest, loving people I know. If you help them, you will also be helping their friends and neighbors in need. Thank you.
