Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has rejected an offer from the New York City Fire Department to help fight the deadly wildfires burning through the Golden State, the New York Post reported.
As of Friday morning, wildfires in California had burned more than 10,000 homes and buildings in the Los Angeles area. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently agreed to pay for more firefighters after the state reported it was overstretched.
New York City Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker “recently” extended the offer, according to reports. JetBlue agreed to pay firefighters' fares to the city.
According to the New York Post, FDNY officials have offered to send aid to California, where deadly wildfires are raging. (Luis C. Ribeiro, NY Daily News, via Getty Images)
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“California deeply appreciates President Claudia Shein's support in fighting the Los Angeles wildfires,” Newsom wrote. “Our partnership and shared commitment to supporting communities in need is greatly appreciated.”
California Governor Gavin Newsom (right) surveys the damage from the Palisades Fire on Wednesday. (Jeff Gritchen/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images)
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In a call with FOX News Digital Friday afternoon, FDNY officials said they would prepare a statement.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has rejected an offer of assistance from the New York City Fire Department, according to a new report. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)
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However, a few minutes later, he received an email response saying, “We cannot confirm or comment at this time.”
