LA bracing for more catastrophic wildfires as forecasters warn of 100mph winds - sparking 'extreme fire danger'
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LA bracing for more catastrophic wildfires as forecasters warn of 100mph winds - sparking 'extreme fire danger'

Daily Mail  

Los Angeles is bracing itself for more catastrophic wildfires this week as weather forecasters predict the return of gusting Santa Ana winds of up to 100 miles per hour. A spokesman said: ‘We anticipate another major event as the Santa Ana winds pick up this weekend bringing with them critical fire hazard danger. The Palisades Fire ravages a neighborhood amid high winds in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles Los Angeles is bracing itself for more catastrophic wildfires this week as weather forecasters predict the return of gusting Santa Ana winds An aerial view of homes destroyed in the Palisades Fire as wildfires caused damage and loss through the LA region This comes after faults along the Los Angeles power grid alarmingly soared in the same areas where major wildfires raged this week, sparking a new theory that they may have caused the devastating crisis. Multiple wildfires fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds burned across Los Angeles County An overhead pole camera image shows a neighborhood destroyed by the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, on January 14 A VW van sits among burned out homes in California on January 9 Firefighters with the California Task Force 3 Urban Search and Rescue comb through the ruins of a beachfront house where victims of the Los Angeles fires are reportedly buried, in Malibu Early predictions found that rebuilding the devastated Los Angeles area could cost upwards of $150 billion, according to AccuWeather.

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Los Angeles fire zones hit by mudslides after heavy rain
1 month, 1 week ago

Los Angeles fire zones hit by mudslides after heavy rain

Raw Story  

Mudslides blocked roads around Los Angeles on Friday after heavy rain pounded areas burned by last month's wildfires, sending denuded hillsides tumbling. Parts of Los Angeles got as much as 2.8 inches of rain in a day, leaving areas flooded and burn scars in Pacific Palisades and Altadena strewn with fire debris and rubble. The torrent of water also washed …

L.A. region to get respite with ‘very low impact weather’ in coming days
1 month, 1 week ago

L.A. region to get respite with ‘very low impact weather’ in coming days

LA Times  

After a stretch of treacherous rains across the Los Angeles region and its recent burn scars, the coming days will bring a needed respite — with the National Weather Service on Saturday predicting “very low impact weather for most areas the next several days.” A “warming and drying trend” is predicted through the weekend, and it could be the end …

Los Angeles at high risk of flooding as rain drenches areas ravaged by January wildfires
1 month, 1 week ago

Los Angeles at high risk of flooding as rain drenches areas ravaged by January wildfires

ABC  

Los Angeles locals are preparing for a "high risk" of flooding and landslides following the deadly fires that ripped through the county last month. The bulk of the county is under flash flooding watch with areas affected by the scars of the blaze — which killed at least 29 people — at greater risk of landslides. Hillside areas such as …

California’s Problem Now Isn’t Fire—It’s Rain
55 years, 2 months ago

California’s Problem Now Isn’t Fire—It’s Rain

Wired  

Southern California’s long overdue rainy season is about to go into overdrive. As much as 3 to 6 inches of rain could fall in the higher elevations of coastal Southern California in the next few days, which the NWS says will create a “high risk of flooding and burn scar debris flows.” By the time this week’s storms are over, …

Evacuation warnings issued in burn zones as major rainstorm slams into L.A.
1 month, 1 week ago

Evacuation warnings issued in burn zones as major rainstorm slams into L.A.

LA Times  

• Light rain is expected Wednesday. “While that isn’t the most likely outcome, the risk is there.” Flood watches, in effect for all recent burn areas in Los Angeles and Ventura counties, are set to take effect starting at 10 a.m. Thursday and lasting through 10 p.m. A flood watch for Santa Barbara County’s Lake fire burn scar will be …

California storm threatens LA fire areas with flooding and debris flows as winter storm delivers snow to the Midwest
1 month, 1 week ago

California storm threatens LA fire areas with flooding and debris flows as winter storm delivers snow to the Midwest

CNN  

CNN — Evacuation warnings have been issued in parts of Los Angeles County ravaged by deadly wildfires last month, as Southern California’s most significant storm in more than a year stokes fears of life-threatening debris flows and a high risk of mudslides. Portions of California’s Los Angeles and Ventura counties — including areas burned by the Palisades and Eaton fires …

Rains hit SoCal for much of this week. Why it’s probably not a fire killer
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rains hit SoCal for much of this week. Why it’s probably not a fire killer

LA Times  

Back-to-back atmospheric river storms began to hit Los Angeles County Tuesday night — giving the region much-needed moisture ahead of another potential round of Santa Ana winds. As more moderate and heavy rain moved in Tuesday night, the National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for western San Luis Obispo County, warning of minor flooding in low-lying areas. “Any time …

Los Angeles' Eaton Fire is 100% contained, Cal Fire says
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Los Angeles' Eaton Fire is 100% contained, Cal Fire says

Hindustan Times  

Jan 31 - The Eaton Fire that scorched more than 14,000 acres east of Los Angeles has been 100% contained, fire officials said on Friday, a largely symbolic milestone more than three weeks after two devastating wildfires broke out on either side of Los Angeles. Los Angeles' Eaton Fire is 100% contained, Cal Fire says The larger Palisades Fire, which …

LA wildfires map: Where could the blaze go next after Kenneth, Palisades, Eaton ravage southern California
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LA wildfires map: Where could the blaze go next after Kenneth, Palisades, Eaton ravage southern California

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 23,000-acre Palisades Fire between Santa Monica and …

Climate change made ferocious LA wildfires more likely: study
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Climate change made ferocious LA wildfires more likely: study

Raw Story  

by Issam AHMED Human-driven climate change set the stage for the devastating Los Angeles wildfires by reducing rainfall, parching vegetation, and extending the dangerous overlap between flammable drought conditions and powerful Santa Ana winds, according to an analysis published Tuesday. "Climate change increased the risk of the devastating LA wildfires," said Clair Barnes of Imperial College London, the lead author …

Climate change made the deadly Los Angeles wildfires more likely. And, the worst is yet to come
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Climate change made the deadly Los Angeles wildfires more likely. And, the worst is yet to come

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The devastating wildfires that resulted in the deaths of 29 Californians this month were made …

Were the rains enough to ease Southern California’s fire threat? What we know
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Were the rains enough to ease Southern California’s fire threat? What we know

LA Times  

This week’s rainstorm brought some much needed moisture to Southern California without the mudslides some feared. It would take 2 to 4 inches of rain to comfortably consider the wildfire season over, said Ryan Kittell, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Oxnard. What SoCal got Rainfall in Los Angeles County peaked in Porter Ranch, with its three-day rain total hitting …

Southern California Rain Helps Firefighters But Creates Risk Of Toxic Ash Runoff
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Southern California Rain Helps Firefighters But Creates Risk Of Toxic Ash Runoff

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LOS ANGELES — Rain fell on parts of Southern California on Sunday and the scattered showers were expected to continue overnight, boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires. “What that means is we have a fairly high danger of mud and debris flows once we get above those thresholds.” A …

California wildfires: Rain brings good news to LA, but a potential headache too
1 month, 3 weeks ago

California wildfires: Rain brings good news to LA, but a potential headache too

Firstpost  

One benefit that could come from the rain: It may help firefighters who are reining in multiple wildfires after weeks of windy and dry weather A basketball is stuck in the net outside of a residence destroyed by the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. AP Rain fell on parts of Southern California on Sunday and …

Rain on the way to Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rain on the way to Southern California will aid firefighters but create a risk of toxic ash runoff

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Rain on the way to parched Southern California on Saturday will aid firefighters mopping up multiple wildfires. Los Angeles County crews spent much of the week removing vegetation, shoring up slopes and reinforcing roads in devastated areas of the Palisades and Eaton fires, which reduced entire neighborhoods to rubble and ash after breaking out during powerful winds …

The Cause of the LA Fires Might Never Be Known—but AI Is Hunting for Clues
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Cause of the LA Fires Might Never Be Known—but AI Is Hunting for Clues

Wired  

This story originally appeared on Grist and is part of the Climate Desk collaboration. “To jump to any conclusions right now is speculation,” said Ginger Colbrun, a spokesperson for the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the lead agency investigating the cause of the Palisades Fire, to the Los Angeles Times. Even given enough time, the causes of …

Floods, landslides are risks as fire-scarred Los Angeles girds for rain
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Floods, landslides are risks as fire-scarred Los Angeles girds for rain

LA Times  

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers visited areas devastated by the Palisades fire on Friday as they determine the “scale and scope” of the cleanup effort. • There is a 10% to 20% chance of flash flooding, debris flow in some burned areas • Damaging landslides are not the most likely scenario • But the threat is high enough to …

'Nerve-racking': Inside the aerial battle to tame Los Angeles fires
2 months ago

'Nerve-racking': Inside the aerial battle to tame Los Angeles fires

Raw Story  

by Paula RAMON Helicopter pilot Tim Thomas has fought dozens of wildfires all over the world, but nothing prepared him for the scale and the challenge of the devastating blazes that ripped through Los Angeles. "I've never seen anything the scale that we saw the first night," he told AFP. "It was some of the most turbulent wind I've seen," …

Forecasters warn LA residents of dangerous wind threats as crews work to contain latest blazes: Live updates
Trending News
2 months ago

Forecasters warn LA residents of dangerous wind threats as crews work to contain latest blazes: Live updates

The Independent  

✕ Close Smoke pours from Hughes Fire as Los Angeles faces another blaze The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events …

Firefighters struggle to control massive fire north of Los Angeles
2 months ago

Firefighters struggle to control massive fire north of Los Angeles

Deccan Chronicle  

Castaic: Firefighters fought to maintain the upper hand on a huge and rapidly moving wildfire that swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles and resulted in more than 50,000 people being put under evacuation orders or warnings. The Hughes Fire broke out late Wednesday morning and in less than a day had charred nearly 16 square miles of trees …

Los Angeles wildfires in photos: Hughes fire prompts evacuations of over 50,000 after weeks of blazes
Top News
2 months ago

Los Angeles wildfires in photos: Hughes fire prompts evacuations of over 50,000 after weeks of blazes

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles wildfires in photos: Hughes fire prompts evacuations of over 50,000 after weeks of blazes The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection reports that the new fire has destroyed 9,400 acres of property and is completely out of control.. 1 / 11 View Photos in a new improved layout A new 'Hughes Fire' has forced over 50,000 residents …

Mass evacuations after explosive new fire erupts near Los Angeles
2 months ago

Mass evacuations after explosive new fire erupts near Los Angeles

Deccan Chronicle  

An explosive new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes and setting nerves jangling in an area still reeling from two deadly blazes.Ferocious flames devoured hillsides near Castaic Lake, spreading rapidly to cover more than 9,400 acres in just a few hours.The fire was fanned by strong, dry Santa …

Over 50,000 under evacuation orders, warnings as wildfire imperils homes north of Los Angeles
2 months ago

Over 50,000 under evacuation orders, warnings as wildfire imperils homes north of Los Angeles

The Hindu  

More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders or warnings Wednesday as a huge and fast-moving wildfire swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles, as parched Southern California endured another round of dangerous winds and two major previous blazes continued to smolder. “Certainly, we are not out of the woods yet.” More than 31,000 people have been ordered to …

Los Angeles wildfires: Hughes Fire has scorched over 39 square km in North LA
Top News
2 months ago

Los Angeles wildfires: Hughes Fire has scorched over 39 square km in North LA

Hindustan Times  

More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders or warnings on Wednesday after a huge and fast-moving wildfire swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles, as parched Southern California endured another round of dangerous winds and two major previous blazes continued to smolder. A firefighting crew walks towards flames as a plume of smoke from the Hughes Fire fills …

Los Angeles wildfires: New ‘Hughes Fire’ forces evacuation orders for 50,000 people
2 months ago

Los Angeles wildfires: New ‘Hughes Fire’ forces evacuation orders for 50,000 people

Hindustan Times  

Days after rapidly moving wildfires left behind a trail of massive destruction in Los Angeles, California, a new 'Hughes Fire' has prompted evacuation orders or warnings for more than 50,000 people in the US state. Emergency vehicles seen on the side of the road as flames from the Hughes Fire race up the hill in Castaic in Los Angeles, California. …

LA fire: New wildfire in North Los Angeles forces over 50,000 to evacuate
2 months ago

LA fire: New wildfire in North Los Angeles forces over 50,000 to evacuate

Live Mint  

More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders or warnings on Wednesday as a massive, fast-moving wildfire tore through the rugged mountains north of Los Angeles. The Hughes Fire ignited late in the morning and quickly scorched over 15 square miles of trees and brush, sending thick plumes of smoke near Lake Castaic, a popular recreation spot about 40 miles …

New wildfire takes over north of Los Angeles prompting evacuation orders as south awaits rains
2 months ago

New wildfire takes over north of Los Angeles prompting evacuation orders as south awaits rains

Firstpost  

A new fast-moving wildfire prompted evacuation orders in the north of Los Angeles, California, raising fears among authorities who are already struggling to take control of the fires in the south California authorities issued an additional evacuation order after a new fast-moving wildfire emerged north of Los Angeles. In light of this, the LA sheriff’s department said the agency was …

New wildfire in Los Angeles grows over 500 acres
2 months ago

New wildfire in Los Angeles grows over 500 acres

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2025-01-23 06:34 LOS ANGELES -- A fast-moving brush fire erupted in US Los Angeles County Wednesday morning, expanding over 500 acres with zero containment, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The blaze dubbed Hughes Fire was reported about 10:30 am Wednesday local time in the area of Lake Hughes Road near Castaic Lake, …

Los Angeles wildfire updates: Trump threatens to withhold federal aid if California does not...
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2 months ago

Los Angeles wildfire updates: Trump threatens to withhold federal aid if California does not...

India TV News  

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned that he may withhold several federal disaster aid meant for wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles as he seeks California leaders to change the state's water management approach. Wildfires update: More than 50,000 people under evacuation orders As per the latest updates, over 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings after a huge and fast-moving …

Winds and dry conditions across SoCal driving new fires
2 months ago

Winds and dry conditions across SoCal driving new fires

LA Times  

Firefighters work to prevent the spread of the Hughes fire in Castaic, which has grown to more than 10,000 acres. The governor’s office said on social media that California “pumps as much water now as it could under prior Trump-era policies,” and that “there is no shortage of water in Southern California.” Even with ample supplies in reservoirs, local water …

New rapidly growing wildfire breaks out north of Los Angeles
2 months ago

New rapidly growing wildfire breaks out north of Los Angeles

Al Jazeera  

A rapidly growing wildfire broke out north of Los Angeles, while two major fires burning in the metropolitan area for more than two weeks were getting under control, fire officials said. Evacuations were ordered for 31,000 people around the lake, which sits 56km north of Los Angeles, and close to the city of Santa Clarita. As the new fire raged, …

Over 50,000 Under Evacuation Orders Or Warnings As Wildfire Imperils Homes North Of Los Angeles
2 months ago

Over 50,000 Under Evacuation Orders Or Warnings As Wildfire Imperils Homes North Of Los Angeles

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CASTAIC, Calif. — More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders or warnings Wednesday as a huge and fast-moving wildfire swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles, but fire officials said a rapid ground and air assault was giving them the upper hand. BROWN via Getty Images “The situation that we’re in today is very different …

New fire breaks out near Los Angeles, forcing 19,000 people to evacuate
Trending News
2 months ago

New fire breaks out near Los Angeles, forcing 19,000 people to evacuate

Hindustan Times  

A new wildfire started north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, quickly spreading and forcing thousands to evacuate in an area already affected by major fires. Around 19,000 people were ordered to evacuate from areas surrounding the lake, situated about 35 miles north of Los Angeles, near Santa Clarita. The fire broke out while the greater Los Angeles area was still …

Wildfire-Risk Models Are Struggling to Predict LA-Style Fires
2 months ago

Wildfire-Risk Models Are Struggling to Predict LA-Style Fires

Live Mint  

-- Among natural disasters, wildfires are the great unknown. “When an area has very little or no inherent risk, you don’t need a lot of variables to assess risk levels, and the models tend to agree,” said Tammy Nichols Schwartz, senior director of analytics at Guidewire Software Inc., an insurance solutions provider. As the perceived threat gets greater in an …

California Wildfires: As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff
2 months ago

California Wildfires: As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff

The Hindu  

Parched Southern California continued to face dangerous winds but could get some badly needed rain this weekend, forecasters said Tuesday, dampening the prospects of another round of killer wildfires though even a small amount of precipitation could could create new challenges like toxic ash runoff. “This is to prevent additional damage to areas already ravaged by fire and also to …

Ferocious Winds Forecast For Southern California Raise Risk Of New Wildfires
2 months ago

Ferocious Winds Forecast For Southern California Raise Risk Of New Wildfires

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LOS ANGELES — A second day of ferocious winds were forecast for Tuesday in Southern California where firefighters remained on alert and extreme fire weather raised the risk of new wildfires two weeks after two major blazes still burning in the Los Angeles area sparked. Former Vice President Kamala Harris, and her husband Doug Emhoff, flew to …

As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff
2 months ago

As fire-fanning winds continue, Southern California readies for potential rain and toxic runoff

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Parched Southern California continued to face dangerous winds but could get some badly needed rain this weekend, forecasters said Tuesday, dampening the prospects of another round of killer wildfires though even a small amount of precipitation could could create new challenges like toxic ash runoff. AP AUDIO: Dangerous winds return to Southern California as new wildfires break …

Southern California is about to get its first rain in months. Here’s what it means for the fires
2 months ago

Southern California is about to get its first rain in months. Here’s what it means for the fires

LA Times  

Firefighters battle the Lilac fire that broke out in the Bonsall area of San Diego County on Tuesday morning. “This is to prevent additional damage to areas already ravaged by fire and also to protect our watershed, beaches and ocean from toxic runoff,” Bass said during a news conference Tuesday. “But if it falls over hours then it’s definitely not …

Fire crews in Southern California quickly extinguish brush fires amid extreme fire weather
2 months ago

Fire crews in Southern California quickly extinguish brush fires amid extreme fire weather

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Firefighters quickly extinguished several brush fires that erupted Monday in Southern California amid windy and dry conditions. The extreme fire weather is raising the risk of new wildfires like the two major blazes that started two weeks ago and are still burning in the Los Angeles area. On Monday afternoon, Los Angeles fire crews quickly put out …

The common thread between hurricanes and wildfires? Increasingly strong winds
2 months ago

The common thread between hurricanes and wildfires? Increasingly strong winds

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Whipping winds are intensifying natural disasters fueled by climate change, stoking raging California wildfires and …

California braces for dangerous situation as gusty winds fuel wildfire threat
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2 months ago

California braces for dangerous situation as gusty winds fuel wildfire threat

India Today  

Southern Californians are bracing for gusty winds and a heightened risk of wildfires, less than two weeks after the outbreak of deadly blazes that have killed at least 27 people and charred thousands of homes. Critical fire weather with wind gusts up to 60 mph was also forecast for Southern California communities stretching to San Diego on Monday and Tuesday, …

Fire-weary L.A. faces more dangerous winds; officials say they are prepared
2 months ago

Fire-weary L.A. faces more dangerous winds; officials say they are prepared

LA Times  

Patty Schneider on Sunday sifts through the rubble of her daughter’s Maiden Lane home in Altadena destroyed by the Eaton fire. A “particularly dangerous situation” warning is set to go into effect Monday at noon and last through Tuesday at 10 a.m. for swaths of Los Angeles County and most of Ventura County — an unprecedented fifth time the National …

Fire-ravaged Southern California braces for gusty winds and heightened wildfire risk
2 months ago

Fire-ravaged Southern California braces for gusty winds and heightened wildfire risk

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Southern Californians are bracing for gusty winds and a heightened risk of wildfires, less than two weeks after the outbreak of deadly blazes that have killed at least 27 people and charred thousands of homes. Critical fire weather with wind gusts up to 60 mph was also forecast for Southern California communities stretching to San Diego on …

LA fire news: ‘Red flag warning’ issued as wildfires rage near Los Angeles
2 months ago

LA fire news: ‘Red flag warning’ issued as wildfires rage near Los Angeles

Live Mint  

More than a week into what could become the costliest wildfires in US history, anxious Los Angeles-area residents are holding onto hope for a favorable shift in winds expected Thursday, seeking relief from the ongoing threat to their homes and lives. Fuelled by dry Santa Ana winds, the blazes have scorched 63 square miles of land, forcing evacuations, straining firefighting …

Worsening wind forecast brings new L.A.-area fire risk beginning Monday: ‘This is a time to act’
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2 months ago

Worsening wind forecast brings new L.A.-area fire risk beginning Monday: ‘This is a time to act’

LA Times  

View of the destruction in Pacific Palisades on Saturday, with Santa Monica’s Ocean Towers visible in upper left. The Santa Ana wind forecast for Southern California has worsened, and forecasters now expect to issue a red flag fire weather warning starting Monday, with the “risk of large fire growth” should ignitions occur. “This is now a strong Santa Ana wind …

Southern California in ‘uncharted territory’ as extreme fire weather returns next week
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2 months ago

Southern California in ‘uncharted territory’ as extreme fire weather returns next week

LA Times  

Another round of extreme fire weather is expected next week with gusts of up to 80 mph in Southern California, bringing new dangers as Pacific Palisades, Altadena and surrounding communities struggle to assess the damage of devastating wildfires earlier this month, “The bottom line is: we’re in uncharted territories this deep into the winter, or rainy season,” in having barely …

7 photos of Los Angeles fire show aftermath of California blazes | In pics
2 months ago

7 photos of Los Angeles fire show aftermath of California blazes | In pics

India TV News  

Image Source : PTI/AP 1/7 Palisades Fire broke out in Los Angeles last week destroyed more than 12,000 structures, including homes and businesses. Image Source : PTI/AP 3/7 The Palisades Fire, the largest currently burning in the Los Angeles area, has charred 23,713 acres. Image Source : PTI/AP 4/7 These wildfires left several hazardous aftermaths like Electricity, gas and sewage …

Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years
2 months ago

Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years

The Hindu  

Two wildfires still burning in Los Angeles have torched more urban area than any other fire in the state since at least the mid-1980s, an Associated Press analysis shows. The Eaton and Palisades fires that erupted last week have collectively burned almost 4 square miles of highly dense parts of Los Angeles, more than double the urban acreage consumed by …

Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years
2 months ago

Los Angeles fires have scorched largest urban area in California in at least 40 years

Associated Press  

Two wildfires still burning in Los Angeles have torched more urban area than any other fire in the state since at least the mid-1980s, an Associated Press analysis shows. A small fire burns on the ruins of a house after it was destroyed by the Eaton Fire, Jan. 9, 2025, in Altadena, Calif. A small fire burns on the ruins …

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