Press Briefing Wildfire

Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell speak during a press briefing at the White House on Friday January 10, 2025. The National Preparedness Level was raised to prioritize additional suppression resources, including wildland fire crews and other personnel, engines, helicopters, airtankers and other aircraft, and other specialized heavy equipment. Photo by Leigh Vogel/UPI