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Los Angeles Wildfires Leave 24 Dead, Thousands Displaced

Fires continue to devastate Southern California, destroying over 12,000 structures as officials brace for worsening conditions due to high winds.

  • Three major wildfires—the Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst Fires—have burned over 38,000 acres, with containment efforts ongoing as dangerous Santa Ana winds intensify.
  • At least 24 people have been confirmed dead and over 23 remain missing, with search and recovery operations continuing in devastated neighborhoods.
  • More than 92,000 residents remain under evacuation orders, while displaced families face a worsening housing crisis as rental prices surge due to limited availability.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom and President Joe Biden have called for increased disaster aid, with Biden approving federal funding for immediate relief and recovery efforts.
  • The fires, expected to be among the costliest disasters in U.S. history, have already caused an estimated $250 billion in damages, with recovery and rebuilding expected to take years.
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