US President-elect Trump blames California Governor Newsom for wildfires
Donald Trump Criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom Over Wildfires
US President-elect Donald Trump has criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires in Los Angeles, blaming him for not signing a water restoration declaration. Trump claims this decision prevented water from reaching California, prioritizing a fish called a smelt over people. He expressed his views on Truth Social, stating that Newsom's actions have led to a disaster with no water for fire hydrants or firefighting planes.
Trump also mentioned that Newsom and his team have failed to contain the fires, which have burned thousands of acres and forced evacuations. Two people have died, and many structures have been destroyed. The Eaton Fire and Palisades Fire are among the major fires causing destruction.
LA County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone reported two deaths and numerous injuries due to the Eaton Fire. The Palisades Fire has destroyed about 1,000 structures. Power outages have affected 245,000 customers in Los Angeles County.
Officials, including LAPD Chief James McDonnell, stated that the county is unprepared for such widespread fires. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency and visited affected areas, urging residents to follow evacuation orders and thanking firefighters for their efforts.
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Donald Trump
Donald Trump is a businessman and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021.
California Governor
The California Governor is the head of the state government in California, responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch.
Gavin Newsom
Gavin Newsom is an American politician serving as the Governor of California since 2019. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
Wildfires
Wildfires are large, uncontrolled fires that spread quickly and can cause significant damage to forests, homes, and wildlife. They are common in dry areas like California.
Water restoration declaration
A water restoration declaration is a formal statement or decision aimed at managing and restoring water resources, often to ensure there is enough water for various needs, including firefighting.
State of emergency
A state of emergency is a situation declared by the government when there is a major threat to public safety, allowing them to take special measures to protect people and property.
Evacuation orders
Evacuation orders are instructions given by authorities to leave an area for safety reasons, usually due to natural disasters like wildfires or floods.
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