Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna has announced that the California National Guard has been officially requested to provide support for the ongoing Palisades and Eaton fires. The soldiers from the National Guard will be armed, although specific details regarding their weapons have not been disclosed.
Sheriff Luna emphasized that the community should not feel intimidated by the presence of armed personnel, as many members of the California National Guard are local residents, neighbors, family members, and friends. He urged the public to trust in their service and reassured that they are there to assist and protect.
