Mayor Karen Bass Flies Back From Ghana As L.A. Faces Historic Wild Fires ~ L.A. TACO

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was overseas in Ghana during significant wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, leading to criticism regarding her absence. Local leaders, including Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, managed the crisis in her stead. The fires quickly escalated, prompting officials to declare a historic natural disaster, with concerns about the city's preparedness and budget cuts to the fire department. Mayor Bass maintained communication with local leaders throughout the event.

Keywords: Los Angeles, wildfires, Mayor Karen Bass

Source: lataco.com

Update At: 1/9/2025

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