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California wildfires devastate Los Angeles County, killing 5 and threatening thousands of homes

Multiple wildfires, including the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire, are raging across southern California Thursday, leaving at least 5 dead and burning more than 27,000 acres, officials say. Police have arrested 20 suspected looters.

Reuters · 3h

Los Angeles wildfires devour more homes even as fierce winds start to ease

Two massive wildfires menacing Los Angeles from the east and west were still burning uncontained on Thursday, but a brief respite from the fierce winds that have fanned the flames for two days allowed crews to slow their explosive spread.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Thousands Flee as Wildfires Burn Out of Control in and Around Los Angeles and Homes Are Destroyed

California firefighters battled wind-whipped wildfires that tore across the Los Angeles area, destroying homes, clogging roadways as tens of thousands fled and straining resources as the fires burned uncontained early Wednesday.

In Los Angeles, Water Runs Short

Hosted on MSN · 7h

Los Angeles Fire Department asked off-duty members to help combat wildfires | Fact check

The Los Angeles Fire Department said it was running a recall for its off-duty members, not anyone with firefighting experience.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

In Los Angeles, Water Runs Short as Wildfires Burn Out of Control

Crews battling multiple wildfires that raged across Los Angeles on Wednesday were up against a near-perfect storm: intense wind, low humidity and, most troubling for residents, inadequate supplies of water to contain the blazes.

The New York Times · 2h

‘Completely Dry’: How Los Angeles Firefighters Ran Out of Water

As wildfires roar into residential neighborhoods, firefighters in California and elsewhere are finding that water systems can’t keep up with the demand.

Sunset Fire Live Tracker

USA TODAY on MSN · 14h

Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills becomes latest wildfire to wreak havoc on LA: See map

The Sunset Fire, which has consumed 60 acres of land, was discovered on Tuesday at around 6 p.m. local time, according to Cal Fire. The fire started in the Hollywood Hills region

Newsweek · 5h

Sunset Fire Live Tracker: Map of Hollywood Blaze

The Sunset fire was one of five burning in Los Angeles County on Thursday. According to an update from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), it was the smallest of the ongoing blazes.

CBS News · 10h

Hollywood Hills scorched as Sunset Fire ignites in Los Angeles

The Sunset Fire started as a brush fire in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills amid windstorm conditions. By mid-Thursday morning, the fire was stopped, an official said.

Update: Containment progress – Hurst Fire in Los Angeles County at 10%

As of Thursday morning, a fire crew of 300 succeeded in containing 10% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause ...

Fires in California decimate Los Angeles area, leave apocalyptic scenes: Live Updates

The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Lidia fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.

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Wildfires Continue to Rage Across Pacific Palisades, Hollywood Hills, Malibu, Eaton Canyon in Los Angeles: Photos

A firefighter rests during a brush fire in Mandeville Canyon on January 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Fueled by ...

11mon MSN

More than 9K structures damaged or destroyed in devastating Los Angeles fires: Updates

A new brush fire ignited in the Woodland Hills neighborhood in northern Los Angeles, immediately prompting mandatory evacuation orders.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass pushes back against criticism over management of wildfires

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass repeatedly dodged questions about her leadership and alleged lack of initial presence during the ongoing wildfires affecting the area.