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The wildfires that have been raging for days are causing a major disaster for the United States. President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris provided a briefing regarding the fires that have turned the city of Los Angeles in California into a veritable ring of fire.
"WINDS WILL BE A THREAT UNTIL NEXT WEEK"
President Biden noted that some progress has been made in the last 24 hours, stating, "Local state and federal firefighters were able to partially prevent the spread of some fires overnight, but the winds will continue to be a threat until the beginning of next week. We will ensure that California has every resource available to fight this fire and survive," he said.
BIDEN: LOS ANGELES REMINDS ME OF A WAR SCENE
Biden remarked that the effects of the fire currently remind him of a "war scene" in Los Angeles, citing climate change as a factor that increases the severity of wildfires.
"CASUALTIES MAY INCREASE"
Responding to questions from reporters, Biden stated that every step taken is shared with the new president's team, and he hopes they will continue these efforts. Regarding casualties, Biden said, "They will likely increase." He also expressed that he is "worried" about the looting incidents occurring in homes that people have evacuated.
"WE ARE WITNESSING MASS DESTRUCTION"
Vice President Harris emphasized that they are witnessing "mass destruction." Referring to families who will lose both their homes and livelihoods in the fires, Harris stated, "This is a multi-generational destruction and it will continue for a long time."
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