California’s wildfires are expected to be devastating, prompting calls for investigations and federal support from Governor Newsom.
Los Angeles: Governor Gavin Newsom recently shared some serious concerns about the wildfires in California. He mentioned on NBC News that these fires could turn out to be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history. He’s calling for an independent investigation into the local water supply, which is a big deal.
Newsom pointed out that the costs and the scale of the disaster are massive. Firefighters faced a tough battle, with some fire hydrants running dry early on. That’s pretty alarming, right?
He was seen checking out the damage in Pacific Palisades and raised questions about what went wrong with the water supply. Was it just too much demand? Or were there issues with the pipes and electricity? He’s really trying to get to the bottom of it.
Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump took to social media to blame both Newsom and President Biden for the water issues. He claimed there was no water in the hydrants and criticized Newsom for not supporting a water diversion plan during his presidency.
Experts say the current wildfires are mainly due to a lack of rain and strong winds, not the water policies Trump mentioned. Newsom shot back, saying Trump’s comments were misleading and showed a lack of understanding about California’s water issues.
Trump also criticized Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for her absence during the crisis. Newsom, however, expressed confidence in the community and leadership, emphasizing the need to work together.
He thanked Biden for the federal disaster declaration, which helps bring in much-needed funds. Newsom is optimistic about rebuilding efforts, especially with the 2028 Olympics on the horizon.
He mentioned they’re already planning a “Marshall Plan” for recovery, aiming to include everyone affected by the disaster. Newsom is reaching out to various leaders to organize support and recovery efforts.
