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Los Angeles Wildfires Prompt Over $150 Million in Damage and Major Relief Efforts

Celebrities, billionaires, and corporations rally with financial aid, supplies, and housing support as wildfires devastate Los Angeles County.

  • Wildfires across Los Angeles County have killed at least 24 people, displaced 180,000 residents, and caused an estimated $150 billion in damages.
  • Major companies like Amazon, Disney, and Walmart have collectively pledged tens of millions of dollars in aid, while local employers provide housing, mental health support, and financial relief for affected employees.
  • Celebrities including Beyoncé, Eva Longoria, and Jamie Lee Curtis have donated millions to relief funds, with many using their platforms to encourage public contributions.
  • Nonprofits and organizations like the Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, and Baby2Baby are receiving significant funding to assist displaced families and first responders.
  • The fires remain largely uncontained, with the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire burning over 37,000 acres combined, as investigations into suspected arson are ongoing.
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