disasters

In its own statement to The Times, ECC said it followed the directives and oversight of state and federal agencies at all times, and “is proud of its work helping communities recover from devastating disasters.”

Mr Lanino said teams on location believe the landslide to be "one of the most tragic and large-scale disasters in the region's history".

The TPS program was established by Congress in 1990 to give temporary protections for migrants from countries experiencing war and natural disasters.

“I continue to hear from survivors of one of the worst disasters in California history who are angry and frustrated by the delay and denial of their claims,” the letter stated.

“Unlike other kinds of disasters, we have a lot of agency here: … Take out the fuels, reduce the risk,” Lakhina said.