Fil-Am leader delays swearing-in to aid LA wildfire victims
inquirer.net — January 20, 2025, 04:01 AM UTC
Los Angeles City Councilmember-elect Ysabel Jurado has postponed her swearing-in ceremony to assist victims of the recent wildfires in LA. The ceremony was originally set for January 11. Jurado is focusing on relief efforts as the fires have killed at least 27 people and destroyed thousands of homes. She is providing information on evacuation centers and safety tips for residents. Firefighters are making progress against the Eaton and Palisades fires, but communities remain on alert for strong winds expected soon. LA County is under a red flag warning for extreme fire danger.