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California Announces $70 Million in Grants for Local Wildfire Prevention Projects

7 May 2026 12:58 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

Governor Gavin Newsom has announced $70 million in grant funding for community-led wildfire resilience projects across California. The initiative aims to reduce hazardous fuels and improve evacuation routes amid ongoing disputes over federal wildfire preparedness budget cuts.

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