LA Fires

From Yahoo:

“Los Angeles wildfires live updates: 5 killed, Palisades and Eaton fires spread across 26,000 acres with 0% containment”

Torrance Firefighters are seen gearing up to fight the Palisades Fire, as residents try to escape the site  in Pacific Palisades, California, Los Angeles, United States on January 8, 2025. A fast-moving wildfire has forced 30,000 people to evacuate, with officials warning that worsening winds could further escalate the blaze. (Photo by Jon Putman/Anadolu via Getty Images)

The number of deaths resulting from ongoing wildfires burning in Los Angeles County has reportedly increased to five, according to multiple local news outlets citing L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna. Tens of thousands have been forced to evacuate the region.

More than 1,000 structures have been destroyed by the fires, which have been fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, low humidity and ongoing drought conditions.

According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, known as Cal Fire, there are five wildfires currently scorching Los Angeles County: the Palisades Fire, at more than 15,800 acres; the Eaton Fire, at 10,600 acres; the Hurst Fire, about 500 acres; the Lidia fire, which has reached 50 acres, and the Woodley Fire, at 30 acres. Officials said the Olivas Fire was burning in Ventura County. All of the fires were 0% contained.

^ This is really sad to see: smoke in Hollywood, People fleeing with their pets. ^