Rep. Issa Statement on Wildfires in San Diego County

Statement

Congressman Darrell Issa (R-Vista) released the following statement as the devastating Lilac wildfire continues to spread through the San Diego region:

"My heart is heavy today from the destruction of the latest wildfires in our community. I pray for the safety of everyone in our area, for the families who've lost homes, property, and for the many more who've been forced to flee as this devastating fire continues to spread.

My office and I have been in touch with local officials on the ground and have offered our support and the assurance that we will make whatever resources they need available as they work to save lives, contain the blaze and eventually rebuild and restore what was lost. I appreciate the swift response from all of our emergency responders and volunteers as well as the call for, and prompt approval of, a federal emergency declaration that will allow assets at all levels of government to be fully deployed.

To all those in our area: safety is our first concern. Please continue heeding public safety warnings, keep an eye on the news, stay alert and evacuate if necessary. Any constituent who needs help should contact my office to see how we can be of assistance."

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