New LAFD chief says he supports probing department's handling of fire that became Palisades Fire

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Why it matters: Mayor Karen Bass called for a full investigation into the Lachman Fire last month. LAFD has been criticized for its handling of the Palisades Fire, particularly following an internal report the department released, which found lapses in communication, training and preparedness.

Why now: Mayor Bass has tapped Moore, a 30-year LAFD veteran, to be the new chief of LAFD in October. The move came months after Bass fired former chief Kristin Crowley over the department's response to the Palisades Fire.

The backstory: The Lachman Fire, which started on New Year's Day 2025, was initially contained to 8 acres by helicopters and hand crews. The L.A. Times reports that LAFD firefighters told a battalion chief on Jan. 2 that the fire still was smoldering, but