A devastating wildfire in Lahaina, Maui has burned a 150-year-old banyan tree, which served as a gathering place and symbol of the community. The tree, spanning nearly an acre, was planted in 1873 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first Protestant mission in Lahaina. The fire also destroyed many historic wooden buildings in the town. While there is hope that the tree may survive, the loss has left the community mourning and concerned about the future of the town. The cause of the fire is still unknown.

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