Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is ready to assist with the wildfires in California by deploying 150 firefighters.

In response to the dire situation in California, Zelensky tasked his Interior Minister and diplomats with preparing for the potential involvement of Ukrainian rescuers in firefighting operations in Los Angeles.

Zelensky emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that Ukrainians can help save lives and that assistance will be coordinated through relevant diplomatic channels.

Since January 9, Los Angeles has been battling severe wildfires that have resulted in 24 confirmed deaths as of January 12, according to the Los Angeles County coroner's office.

The wildfires have led to at least 16 fatalities and forced over 150,000 evacuations, with California Governor Gavin Newsom calling it potentially the worst natural disaster in U.S. history.

The wildfires, exacerbated by powerful storm winds, pose a serious threat on the outskirts of Los Angeles, where many celebrity homes are located.

The firefighting response includes nearly 1,400 fire engines, 84 aircraft, and over 14,000 personnel from California and nine other states, along with support from incarcerated firefighters.

Firefighters in the region are facing challenges such as dry fire hydrants and low water pressure, compounded by insufficient budget allocations from the city government.

Strengthening winds are expected to threaten the expansion of destruction in Los Angeles in the coming days.

The U.S. has been a primary supporter of Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, providing over $65 billion in military aid since the conflict escalated in February 2022.

Concerns have been raised about a potential reduction in U.S. aid to Ukraine with the anticipated return of Donald Trump to the White House on January 20, 2025.

Zelenskyy's offer of assistance came after Donald Trump Jr. criticized Ukraine's involvement in response to the wildfires on social media.