Dianne Feinstein actually said...

"According to the documentation, again provided to the subcommittee, personnel at the fire requested three air tankers and a helicopter to be flying over the fire by 7 in the morning of August 27."

"I think the point I want to make is that this is a real priority, and we're going to continue to do our level best within our allocation."

"California is a very fire-prone State. It is hot. It is dry. The winds blow."

"We're facing risk from extended draught, insect and disease infestation, and global warming."