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Chile: Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Las Condes, Santiago

A wildfire broke out on Monday, December 29, 2025, in the San Carlos de Apoquindo area of Las Condes, northeastern Santiago, prompting a large emergency response. The blaze, known as Plaza Sur, has burned at least 470 hectares near the Claro Arena stadium, though no homes or critical infrastructure have been affected. Strong winds and limited water access have hampered firefighting efforts, but authorities say the fire’s intensity is decreasing while containment work continues.

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

Wildfire in Petit Bessillon Massif Controlled After Major Response Effort - France

A wildfire burned through more than 130 hectares in the Petit Bessillon massif near Pontevès (Var). Canadair aircraft carried out continuous water drops from Lake Sainte-Croix under the eyes of holidaymakers to fight the flames, which were finally brought under control by the end of the day. Pontevès, France on August 18, 2025. Photo by Cyril Chateau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Portugal: Covilha Wildfire Spreads to Nearby Towns, Residents Urged to Stay Safe

The Covilha wildfire, now the country's most resource-intensive fire, has spread to Fundao and Silvares. Authorities have warned residents of multiple villages to seek safety as flames threaten homes, factories, and farmland. Roads are closed to aid firefighting efforts, and the municipal emergency plan is in effect. Since July, extreme heat-driven fires across Portugal have killed two, injured others, and destroyed homes and farmland.

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

People battle the flames in Keratea, Greece, on August 8, 2025. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

A local resident battles the flames in Keratea, Greece, on August 8, 2025. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

A firefighter battles the flames in Keratea, Greece, on August 8, 2025. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Photo taken on August 8, 2025 shows the flames in Keratea, Greece. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

A firefighter battles the flames in Keratea, Greece, on August 8, 2025. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

Wildfires in Keratea - Greece

People battle the flames in Keratea, Greece, on August 8, 2025. A large wildfire broke out Friday afternoon in Keratea, about 35 kilometers southeast of central Athens, forcing evacuations and triggering an emergency response. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Fire Erupts in Leganés, No Injuries and Damage Reported

A fire broke out in Leganés, near Madrid, on the morning of Friday, August 1. The flames erupted in an area of bush and dry vegetation between Salvador Allende Street and Ronda Oeste. The blaze was brought under control around 1 p.m. No injuries or damage were reported at the time of writing.

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Turkey: Sakarya Forest Fire Forces Evacuations, Spreads Toward Bilecik

A forest fire in Geyve, Sakarya Province, northwestern Turkey, forced the evacuation of the Hacılar and Taşoluk neighborhoods. The blaze, which has burned around 1,500 hectares, is partly contained but has spread to Osmaneli district, Bilecik Province. Fire crews are battling the flames by land and air, while residents move their belongings to safety.

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China: Brothers Drive Harvester Into Wheat Field Fire to Stop Spread

On June 18, 2025, in Gansu, two brothers drove their combine harvester into a burning wheat field to cut a firebreak and stop the flames from spreading. Firefighters later helped extinguish the blaze.

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France: Smoke Blankets Marseille as Wildfire Rages Nearby 2

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille in southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors, close shutters, and avoid roads as thick smoke blanketed the Mediterranean city.

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France: Smoke Blankets Marseille as Wildfire Rages Nearby

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille in southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors, close shutters, and avoid roads as thick smoke blanketed the Mediterranean city.

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France: Blaze Near Marseille Spreads Rapidly, Disrupts Travel 4

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille, southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. Authorities have urged residents to remain indoors, close shutters, and avoid using the roads.

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France: Blaze Near Marseille Spreads Rapidly, Disrupts Travel

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille, southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. The blaze is believed to have started when a vehicle caught fire on the A7 motorway. Authorities have urged residents to remain indoors, close shutters, and avoid using the roads.

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France: Blaze Near Marseille Spreads Rapidly, Disrupts Travel 2

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille, southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. The blaze is believed to have started when a vehicle caught fire on the A7 motorway. Authorities have urged residents to remain indoors, close shutters, and avoid using the roads.

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France: Blaze Near Marseille Spreads Rapidly, Disrupts Travel 3

A wildfire broke out near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of Marseille, southern France, on Tuesday, July 8, prompting evacuations and the closure of Marseille Provence Airport. The blaze is believed to have started when a vehicle caught fire on the A7 motorway. Authorities have urged residents to remain indoors, close shutters, and avoid using the roads.

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Spain: Raging Wildfire Threatens Communities in Tarragona Region

A fast-moving wildfire that broke out near Paüls, southern Tarragona has burned more than 2,900 hectares. Strong winds are hampering containment efforts. 18,000 residents have been ordered to shelter or evacuate due to heavy smoke and fast-spreading flames. Military units and over 300 firefighters are battling the flames.

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Greece: Rafina Wildfire Sparks Immediate Response, Closes Roads in East Attica

Wildfire raged in East Attica, Greece, in town of Rafina, east of the greater Athens area, prompting an immediate and massive response by firefighting units and aerial support and leading to road closures on Thursday, July 3.

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US: Apple Acres Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Chelan, Washington

A fast-moving wildfire known as the Apple Acres Fire has burned about 2,000 acres near Chelan, Washington, since it broke out around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2. Fueled by grass and sagebrush, the fire is threatening homes and infrastructure.

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US: Apple Acres Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Chelan, Washington 2

A fast-moving wildfire known as the Apple Acres Fire has burned about 2,000 acres near Chelan, Washington, since it broke out around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2. Fueled by grass and sagebrush, the fire is threatening homes and infrastructure.

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US: Garden Creek Fire Burns Over 1,000 Acres in Idaho

The Garden Creek Fire, which broke out on the Fort Hall Reservation in southeast Idaho on Tuesday, July 1, has burned over 1,000 acres. Strong winds of up to 60 mph have hampered firefighting efforts, and additional crews have been deployed. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area. As of this writing, the fire is 30% contained. This video includes air traffic audio related to the fire.

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US: Wildfire Erupts in Kernville, California

The Frandy Fire erupted in Kernville, California, near Frandy Campground, on Tuesday evening, June 24. It burned 9.5 acres and was 30% contained by midnight, with firefighters successfully stopping its forward spread.

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Canada: Convoy of Evacuees Arrives in Opaskwayak Cree Nation Amid Wildfires

Thousands of people in Manitoba have been forced to evacuate as massive, out-of-control wildfires sweep through the province, prompting a monthlong state of emergency. This video, recorded Wednesday, May 28, shows a convoy of evacuees arriving in the areas surrounding Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN), The Pas, and the Rural Municipality of Kelsey.

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US: Brush Fire Erupts Near Frazier Park, California, Triggering Evacuation Warnings

A quickly-growing brush fire was reported near Frazier Park, Kern County, Southern California on Thursday afternoon, May 29, prompting evacuation warnings.

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US: Brush Fire Erupts Near Frazier Park, California, Triggering Evacuation Warnings 2

A quickly-growing brush fire was reported near Frazier Park, Kern County, Southern California on Thursday afternoon, May 29, prompting evacuation warnings.

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California Wildfire January 17

California Wildfire January 17

National Guard members stand near their vehicle as they assist in wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles, California, on January 17, 2025. The California wildfires have left thousands of homes in ashes, marking one of the worst fire seasons in recent years. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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California Wildfire January 17

California Wildfire January 17

Firefighters gather beside a fire truck during wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles, California, on January 17, 2025. The California wildfires have left thousands of homes in ashes, marking one of the worst fire seasons in recent years. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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California Wildfire January 17

California Wildfire January 17

Firefighters gather beside a fire truck during wildfire response efforts in Los Angeles, California, on January 17, 2025. The California wildfires have left thousands of homes in ashes, marking one of the worst fire seasons in recent years. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Biden Wildfire Response

Biden Wildfire Response

President Joe Biden, joined by Vice President Kamala Harris and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and on video screen Governor Gavin Newson (D-CA), Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, convenes key officials for a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires in Los Angeles in the Oval Office at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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