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IN PHOTOS: Federal government to cover six months of wildfire costs, announces Biden

US President Joe Biden has announced that the federal government will cover six months of wildfire costs in Southern California, following devastating wildfires in the region. Biden's announcement includes 100% funding for measures to protect lives and property during the crisis. (PICS/ PTI) 

Updated On: 2025-01-10 11:10 AM IST

Compiled by : Anisha Shrivastava

(PICS/ PTI) 
The President directed Governor Gavin Newsom and officials to spare no expense in tackling the fires and safeguarding families in affected areas. Biden also confirmed the deployment of significant federal resources, including firefighters, military personnel, and aircraft, to assist in the ongoing firefighting efforts.
In a post on X, Biden outlined the resources being deployed, including 500 military ground-clearing personnel, 30 firefighting helicopters, and 8 C-130 military aircraft. The wildfires in California, particularly in the Los Angeles area, have led to at least six deaths and forced nearly 180,000 people to evacuate their homes.
The Palisades Fire, one of the most severe blazes, has already consumed over 17,234 acres of land and destroyed 1,000 buildings. The Palisades Fire remains completely uncontained, making it the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history.
Governor Gavin Newsom reported that the containment of the Palisades Fire stands at just 6 percent, with firefighters battling the blaze amidst hurricane-force winds. In response to the crisis, Governor Newsom announced the deployment of 900 additional firefighters to combat the Kenneth Fire.

Former US President Donald Trump criticised Governor Newsom, referring to him as "Governor Gavin Newscum" and accusing him of "incompetence." Trump also suggested that Newsom should address California's water management issues, urging him to open water mains to help combat the fires rather than allowing water to flow into the Pacific Ocean.

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