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The statistics are staggering; wildfires in Los Angeles alone have resulted in the destruction of over 10,000 buildings. The ideal scenario—investing in comprehensive disaster prevention—has been replaced with a defensive posture that lacks the adequate preparations necessary for effective response.
The paradox of California's wildfire spending reveals a disconnect: while overall expenditure on fire protection has increased significantly, the specific funding cuts signal a failure to prioritize holistic and preventive measures. The reality of relying on insufficient resources while engaging in costly firefighting measures presents an unsustainable trajectory for the state.