California Governor issues emergency proclamation for fires

California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Friday for Los Angeles and Riverside counties due to the effects of wildfires.

At least five blazes are currently burning in the state. The Saddleridge , Eagle, Sandalwood, Reche , and Wolf fires have all destroyed structures, threatened homes and critical infrastructure, and forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people.

Earlier in the day, Governor Newsom announced the state has secured a federal grant to assist agencies responding to the Saddleridge fire. The grant will help them recover fire suppression costs.

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