7 Steps L.A. Could Take to Gird Against Future Wildfires

Around the world, other communities are experimenting with ideas that Los Angeles could borrow as it rebuilds from disastrous wildfires.

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How could Trump target FEMA amid wildfire damage in L.A. area?

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CNBC - Jan. 15
Drinking water could be contaminated in L.A. County areas affected by wildfires, experts say

Los Angeles-area residents who already face warnings about their tap water could be without it for some time, experts told NBC News, owing to concerns about the damage done to local infrastructure ...
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Are arsonists responsible for the L.A. wildfires?

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Clearing debris after California wildfires could take ‘nine months to a year,’ says Gov. Newsom

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NBC News - Jan. 12
Gov. Newsom says L.A. wildfires could be worst natural disaster in U.S. history: Full interview

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) exclusively speaks with NBC News Correspondent Jacob Soboroff as wind-fed wildfires sweep through the Los Angeles area.
NBC News - Jan. 12
Veterinarian takes in dozens of pets as L.A. wildfires devastate the region

As the most destructive wildfires in L.A. history continue to ravage the region, veterinarian Dr. Annie Harvilicz is rescuing and caring for pets caught in the chaos. Harvilicz has taken in 40 ...
CBS News - Jan. 10
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard stepping away from team to be with family evacuated from L.A. wildfires, per report

As of Wednesday, 70,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate Los Angeles County
CBS Sports - Jan. 8

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