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Leadership and Accountability in Crisis Management
This chapter examines the challenges faced by Los Angeles's mayor during wildfire emergencies, highlighting the limitations of mayoral authority and the failures of response mechanisms. It critiques the political handling of wildfires, calling for greater accountability and effective communication from leaders regardless of their party affiliation. The discussion also underlines the impact of climate change and the responsibilities of utility companies and local officials in managing these natural disasters.