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As discussions unfold about how to address the crisis, it’s clear that underlying issues related to governance and preparation for wildfires must be examined. Critics, like JD Vance, have highlighted inadequacies that may have contributed to the severity of the wildfires, calling for more competent governance at both state and federal levels. Hochman confirmed that investigations will take place to ascertain the exact causes of the fires and ensure improved preparedness in the future.