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As the flames engulf areas such as Southern California, where around 150,000 residents have evacuated, the narrative has turned to misinformation and crisis management. Newsom has emphasized combating misinformation, suggesting that unfounded claims about the fires might hamper response efforts. However, this approach has raised eyebrows. Detractors now question whether the focus on misinformation diverts attention from critical actions needed for fire prevention and resource allocation.