The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | January 9th, 2025: LA Wildfires Intensify & Israel Mulls Plan To Break Up Syria
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Jan 9, 2025 Wildfires in Los Angeles are raging out of control, forcing nearly 180,000 residents to evacuate as firefighters struggle to contain the blazes. The discussion also dives into secretive Israeli talks on Syria's future, exploring ways to divide the country into administrative regions amid instability. Concerns about the safety of minorities in Syria add another layer of complexity, especially with Turkey's opposition complicating Israel's strategic plans, all while sectarian violence looms large.
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LA Wildfires Devastate Communities
- The Palisades Fire, fueled by 100 mph Santa Ana winds, ravaged Pacific Palisades.
- It destroyed thousands of structures, becoming LA's most destructive wildfire.
Eden and Other Fires Cause Further Destruction
- The Eden Fire north of Pasadena scorched 10,600 acres and destroyed approximately 970 structures.
- Five fatalities and significant injuries were reported.
Political Fallout from the Fires
- Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for being in Ghana during the fires and for budget cuts to the LAFD.
- President Biden cancelled a trip to oversee the fire response.