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​A house burns as powerful winds fueling devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area force people to evacuate, in Altadena, California, on Jan. 8, 2025.
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Wildfires are raging in Los Angeles. So is their politicization.

As wildfires scorched Los Angeles for a second day on Wednesday, hurricane-strength winds and limited water supplies complicated efforts to contain the flames.

US disaster politics surge in wake of two big hurricanes
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US disaster politics surge in wake of two big hurricanes

Fewer than two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the southeastern United States, killing at least 230 people and causing billions of dollars in damage, Hurricane Milton hit Florida late Wednesday, causing multiple deaths, destroying homes, and bringing with it tornadoes, waves approaching 30 feet, and a thousand-year flood in the St. Petersburg area. Over 3 million in the state are without power. Before Milton made landfall, experts estimated the storm could cause between $50 and $175 billion in damage, with insurers on the hook for up to $100 billion.

Why Trump-Putin calls are cause for concern
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Why Trump-Putin calls are cause for concern

As another hurricane hits Florida, how is information complicating disaster relief efforts? What do Southeast Asian leaders hope to accomplish at the ASEAN regional summit? What do you make of reports that Trump stayed in touch with Putin after leaving office? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.

Are the US and Canada ready for wildfire season?
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Are the US and Canada ready for wildfire season?

The year is barely underway and the US has already witnessed a record-setting fire. Texas on Thursday was battling the second-largest wildfire in US history.