Gov. Gavin Newsom’s chief disaster officer urged FEMA to reconsider skipping post-cleanup soil testing for LA County wildfires, but FEMA declined, citing concerns about delays and costs. California officials and residents are worried about toxic chemicals in fire-damaged soil and want testing, but FEMA argues that it hinders recovery efforts and is unnecessary, despite past instances of contamination exceeding cleanup standards. The disagreement highlights differing views on balancing efficiency and safety in wildfire cleanup procedures.
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Manhunt intensifies for suspect as victims are named
Police are searching for 45-year-old Michael Paul Brown, an army veteran suspected of killing four people in a shooting at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana. Authorities have offered a $7,500 reward for information on his whereabouts as they widen their search area, with concerns for public safety due to his unstable mental state. Want More Context? 🔎
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