Los Angeles, California – Reality television personality Spencer Pratt recently ignited a social media debate by asserting that Governor Gavin Newsom and Cal Fire undertook "no pre-deployment in Palisades." This claim, made in a tweet, directly contradicts official statements and records indicating significant pre-positioning of firefighting resources in Southern California, including the Los Angeles area, ahead of the severe fire weather that led to the devastating January 2025 Palisades fire. Governor Newsom's office confirmed that 110 engines and hundreds of firefighters were strategically pre-positioned across Southern California, including Los Angeles, as early as January 6, 2025, in anticipation of extreme fire conditions. This proactive measure was part of a broader strategy by Cal Fire to mitigate the impact of wildfires, which are a recurring threat in California's climate. The January 2025 Eaton and Palisades fires were among the most destructive in Los Angeles's history, destroying thousands of structures. Spencer Pratt, whose home was among those destroyed in the Pacific Palisades blaze, has been a vocal critic of the state's response and subsequent recovery efforts. His tweet, stating, "> no pre-deployment in Palisades by Newsom and Cal Fire. Period end stop. Is that what he says?", reflects a sentiment of frustration among some residents affected by the disaster. Pratt has also publicly criticized the handling of FireAid funds and a proposed state bill (SB 549) related to rebuilding in fire-ravaged areas, perceiving it as detrimental to local residents. The Palisades fire, which began on January 7, 2025, in the Santa Monica Mountains, grew rapidly due to strong winds and dry conditions. While pre-positioned resources were deployed, reports emerged of water pressure issues in some areas, leading Governor Newsom to order an investigation into the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP) regarding the Santa Ynez Reservoir, which was offline during the fire. This issue has fueled further public concern and lawsuits against the city. Cal Fire's overarching strategy involves not only pre-positioning assets but also year-round efforts in fire prevention, forest health projects, and community preparedness. Despite these comprehensive efforts and the pre-deployment actions taken, the rapid escalation and intensity of the January 2025 fires underscore the challenges faced by emergency services in California's increasingly unpredictable wildfire seasons. The ongoing dialogue between public figures like Pratt and state officials highlights the complexities of disaster response and recovery.