Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for being in Africa during California wildfires, with over 1,000 structures burned. She cut almost $20 million from the Fire Department budget while fires raged and residents evacuated.
Key Points
Over 1,000 structures burned in Palisades and Altadena fires
Mayor Karen Bass was in Africa during the wildfires
Criticism for budget cuts to LA Fire Department
Residents evacuated due to massive wildfires
Pros
Awareness of the impact of budget cuts on emergency services during natural disasters