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California Inmate Firefighters Mobilized Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

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California Inmate Firefighters Mobilized Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

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  • Hundreds of inmates in California are currently aiding firefighting efforts against wildfires in Los Angeles and nearby regions.
  • The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation operates 35 conservation camps where inmates volunteer to learn disaster response techniques.
  • Inmates can earn between $5.80 and $10.24 a day, with additional wages for emergency responses, while some express finding purpose in the dangerous work.
  • The program, controversial for its use of prison labor, has sparked debate due to risks and low pay compared to non-incarcerated firefighters.
  • Recent wildfires, including the Palisades Fire, have resulted in substantial damages, prompting urgent deployment of inmate firefighters.

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