US EditionUS senators take public testimony on wildfire response at Palisades field hearing
Republican senators questioned wildfire response failures and recovery delays after the Palisades fire destroyed 6,800 structures and killed 12, urging reforms and better disaster preparation.
- Two Republican senators, Rick Scott and Ron Johnson, led an investigation into the Palisades Fire and held a public hearing to gather testimony from residents.
- Reality TV star Spencer Pratt, who lost his home in the fire, criticized the slow rebuilding process and questioned soil toxicity.
- A resident named Bruce Schwartz blamed unqualified people in authority for the firefighting crew's failure to fully extinguish an initial fire that led to the larger Palisades Fire.
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Preventing Wildfires: Steps you can take to stay safe
POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) -- Dry and windy weather is increasing fire risks across the Carolinas, prompting warnings from firefighters about the potential for wildfires. The North Carolina Forest Service reported that strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures are contributing to dangerous fire conditions. Officials are urging residents to exercise caution during these [...]
Florida, Wisconsin Senators Hear Emotional Testimony On California Wildfire Impact
Florida Senator Rick Scott and Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson held a critical field hearing last week on the impact of the January 2025 Pacific Palisades wildfire, particularly on the area’s older residents. The hearing, titled “Forgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire,” brought together survivors, local leaders, and advocates to detail the extensive […] Florida, Wisconsin Senators Hear Emotional Testimony On California Wildfir…
MichaelSavage.com – Report: More Than 70 Percent of Palisades Fire Victims Still in Temporary Housing
More than 70 percent of people who were affected by the Palisades Fire in California from January are still living in temporary housing, according to a report. A survey conducted by the Department of Angels surveyed “2,300 fire-impacted residents across” Los Angeles County, according to the Los Angeles Times. The survey found that 75 percent…
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