LA fires latest: Death toll climbs to 24 as firefighters race against intensifying Santa Ana winds
Since the first flames sparked in the Santa Ana winds on January 7, at least 16 have been confirmed dead, 12,000 structures have been destroyed, and over 150,000 residents have been ordered to leave their homes.
LA fires death toll rises to 24 as high winds expected
The LA County medical examiner updated the death toll on Sunday to 24, while officials said earlier at least another 16 remain missing. Sixteen of the dead were found in the Eaton fire zone, while eight were found in the Palisades area. Three conflagrations continue to burn around Los Angeles.
California wildfires live updates: Winds intensify as L.A.-area death toll rises to 24
The Santa Ana winds are expected to strengthen into Sunday morning with gusts of 30 to 50 mph in coastal areas, and up to 70 mph in the mountains.
LA fires live updates: Crews work to control blazes before strong winds return
Firefighters are working to make further progress against Los Angeles blazes that have killed at least 16 people as forecasters warn strong winds will return this week. Follow live.
Crews race to contain Los Angeles wildfires as menacing winds ramp up: Live updates
Meanwhile, the Palisades Fire, the most destructive in Los Angeles' history, has now burned over 23K acres, according to Cal Fire.
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks
The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push the flames toward some of the city’s most famous landmarks.
LA wildfires cause historic destruction; winds predicted to build again: Live updates
Officials ordered new evacuations west of the 405 Freeway as a fire threatened parts of Brentwood and Encino. Latest updates.
California fires live updates: Calmer winds help firefighters up containment
President Joe Biden received an updated briefing on the federal response to Los Angeles fires, the White House said. Biden also spoke by phone separately with Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath and Ventura County Supervisor Kelly Long to discuss the latest updates on the wildfires across Los Angeles,
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How do Santa Ana winds hinder fight against LA fires? We explain.
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Increasing winds bring new fire dangers across L.A. County this week
After a day of progress in protecting Brentwood and Encino from the Palisades fire, firefighters are bracing for several days ...