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Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation

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In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the FEMA could seize their property if they do.

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  1. WTOP Washington DC

    FACT FOCUS: Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid following Maui wildfires (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    WTOP Washington DC's feed description

    In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the Federal Emergency Management Agency could seize…

  2. FOX 5 New York

    Maui wildfires: FEMA addresses online rumors, misinformation (opens FOX 5 New York)

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    FOX 5 New York's feed description

    In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the FEMA could seize their property if they do.

  3. Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    Online posts spread misinformation about FEMA aid (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

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    Honolulu Star-Advertiser's feed description

    In the aftermath of the deadly Maui wildfires, some social media users are discouraging residents from accepting disaster aid by falsely claiming the Federal Emergency Management Agency could seize their property if they do.

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