Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley on Thursday appealed Mayor Karen Bass’ decision to dismiss her as the fallout from the deadly Southern California wildfires continues, according to multiple news reports.

Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley took the extraordinary step Thursday of appealing Mayor Karen Bass' decision to dismiss her over her handling of the catastrophic wildfire that destroyed much of Pacific Palisades.

Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has formally appealed her removal by Mayor Karen Bass, escalating an ongoing political battle.