Los Angeles Wildfires Destroy Thousands of Homes and Displace Tens of Thousands

The Palisades and Eaton fires have claimed 25 lives, destroyed over 12,000 structures, and intensified California's housing and homelessness crises.

The Palisades Fire has burned over 23,000 acres with 18% containment, while the Eaton Fire has consumed more than 14,000 acres and is 35% contained.
At least 25 people have died, with 16 reported fatalities from the Eaton Fire and nine from the Palisades Fire; over 90,000 residents remain under evacuation orders.
The fires have exacerbated California's housing crisis, destroying thousands of homes and displacing residents, including renters and those already facing housing insecurity.
Strong winds and dry conditions, linked to climate change, have fueled the fires' rapid spread, with wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph in affected areas.
Officials have announced measures to support victims, including federal disaster aid, bans on predatory property offers, and expedited rebuilding efforts.