Good morning from L.A., where the wildfires are still raging, though they’ve been somewhat contained (see below). High winds, however, are threatening to undo the progress firefighters have made. There is still no sign of the fire from USC. I will be here thr…
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Good morning from Los Angeles, where our community stands strong against the season's wildfires, now partially contained thanks to the tireless work of our firefighters. Yet, the battle is hardly over, with high winds presenting new challenges. This situation highlights the necessity of responsible forest management and the dangers of overregulation, which often hinders rapid response and prevention efforts. USC remains unaffected, a testament to the effectiveness of our emergency preparedness systems.
As dawn breaks over Los Angeles, the city is under siege by relentless wildfires, exacerbated by climate change-driven high winds. Despite heroic efforts, firefighters face an uphill battle. These devastating events underscore the urgent need for sweeping environmental policies to combat the root causes of extreme weather. The absence of smoke at USC is a small mercy, but the broader crisis demands immediate action, not only from local leaders but at all levels of government.