Climate Emergency Evident as L.A. Battles Unrelenting Wildfires

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.