California Governor Gavin Newsom outlines plans for rebuilding Los Angeles after devastating wildfires that caused significant destruction and loss.
In a recent interview, he mentioned he’s organizing a “Marshall Plan” to help the city bounce back. The wildfires have been brutal, burning over 40,300 acres and claiming at least 24 lives.
Newsom was asked if California could still host major events like the World Cup and the Super Bowl in the wake of this disaster. He emphasized the need to plan for the future while addressing immediate safety concerns.
He’s been chatting with various leaders from different sectors to rally the community and get things moving. Newsom believes this disaster could be one of the worst in U.S. history, both in terms of costs and impact.
Estimates suggest the economic damage could be between $52 and $57 billion, with insured losses hitting around $20 billion. The fires have devastated neighborhoods, including the upscale Pacific Palisades, where many celebrity homes were lost.
Currently, the two largest fires are still not fully contained, and Newsom has ordered an investigation into why some fire hydrants failed during the crisis.
He’s also facing criticism from President-elect Donald Trump, who blamed him for the wildfires. Newsom responded by inviting Trump to see the situation firsthand and has set up a fact-checking site to address misinformation.
