Local Government
By Macomb Today |
Feb 8, 2024
State Representative Joseph Aragona has called on the President of the United States and Congress to provide assistance and medical aid to the community in northern Iraq that was affected by a devastating fire. The fire, which occurred in the city of Qaraqosh/Bakhdida on September 26, 2023, resulted in the death of 132 people and left at least 82 others injured, many of whom suffered severe burns.Rep. Aragona, who introduced House Resolution 148 to bring attention to this tragedy, emphasized the urgent need for medical care for the survivors. He stated, "Surviving victims...