Brianna Sacks, an extreme weather and natural disaster reporter for the Washington Post, shares gripping accounts of the wildfires ravaging Los Angeles. She vividly recounts the chaos experienced firsthand, detailing the emotional toll on residents and the perilous conditions for firefighters. The conversation explores the rapid spread of the fires, the overwhelming challenges of evacuation, and the urgent need for better preparedness in face of such disasters, all while highlighting the unprecedented frequency of these environmental crises.

Guest Brianna Sacks, a climate change and extreme weather reporter for the Washington Post, discusses the devastating fires in Maui, questioning accountability and Hawaii's response. They explore lawsuits against Hawaiian Electric, trade-offs of power shut offs, and the confluence of disasters and historical tensions. They analyze the recent fire, emphasizing the need for improved firefighting preparedness and training.