The National Weather Service said the flames were fanned by Hurricane Dora, which passed Hawaii at a distance but brought with it gusts of above 60 mph (97km/h), coupled with low humidity levels. At least six people were killed in Maui County, officials said on Wednesday. Maui's hospital system has been overwhelmed with burn patients and people suffering from smoke inhalation. The US Coast Guard said it rescued at least a dozen people from the water.