Graves, Larsen Seek Information from FEMA Related to Maui Wildfires Preparedness, Response & Recovery

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"More than one thousand Federal personnel deployed to assist in the response efforts to this devastating fire. Considering the large and extended Federal response effort, the Committee will continue to monitor the allocation and effectiveness of Federal resources. This includes investigating concerns that arise with the use of federal resources and assets during and after response and recovery efforts. For example, even as the fires in Maui were still burning, reports raised serious concerns related to alerting residents of the danger, evacuations from vulnerable areas, and access to resources, including water, to fight the fire. Additionally, questions were raised related to the housing of FEMA and other Federal personnel, including the location of housing and cost to the taxpayer."

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