The wind-whipped brushfires devastated the island, with before and after images of Lahaina ricocheting around the internet on Wednesday. At least six people were confirmed dead, according to the Associated Press, which reported that dozens were wounded and nearly 300 injured.

Breed is running for re-election and facing an onslaught of challenges in the city; from homelessness to a drug epiodemic that has intensified since the pandemic. Several challengers have emerged in the race, which will test whether the incumbent can overcome low popularity and growing frustration of her stewardship.