The Los Angeles area wildfires continue to pose a significant threat, as stated by FEMA Director Deanne Criswell. The federal government is preparing for a potentially prolonged and intricate response as the country transitions to a new administration. Criswell emphasized the ongoing danger due to the possibility of strong winds and reinstated red flag warnings. She urged the public to heed the guidance of local authorities to ensure their safety.
With only eight days remaining until the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, Criswell assured that FEMA would maintain its operations smoothly during the transition period, providing essential services to those in need. When questioned about potential political interference in disaster relief efforts, Criswell emphasized the importance of keeping such matters apolitical, emphasizing that natural disasters do not discriminate based on political affiliations.
