Deadly wildfires broke out in the Los Angeles area during Mayor Karen Bass’s visit to Ghana and constituents voiced outrage over their mayor being absent. Bass returned to Los Angeles the

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fired Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, citing Crowley’s placing firefighters off duty and the chief’s alleged refusal to conduct an after-action fire report. Crowley notably fought against this year’s $17.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for visiting Ghana during a period of known wildfire risks in her city. Investigations are underway into the city's fire response and the fires' causes. Bass expressed regret for not being present during the crisis.