Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:25am on 09 Jan 2025,Thursday International
US President-elect Donald Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for the state's escalating wildfire crisis, accusing him of prioritizing a fish species over human safety. Trump stated that Newsom's refusal to sign a water restoration declaration worsened conditions, leaving areas without water for fire hydrants. The fires have burned thousands of acres, destroyed over 1,000 structures, and killed two people. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency, citing extreme fire risks and windstorms. Trump also blamed outgoing President Biden for inadequate FEMA resources, saying, "No money in FEMA, no water in hydrants." Over 245,000 residents remain without power.
