With $275 billion loss, California wildfires leave trail of destruction in Los Angeles | Photos
Los Angeles county officials said the death toll from wildfires had risen to 24. Many are believed to be missing,
Los Angeles county officials said the death toll from wildfires had risen to 24. Many are believed to be missing, and over 12,000 structures have been damaged.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 12:17 AM IST 16 Photos
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Firefighters from Woodland Hills search for hotspots in a burned home at Pacific Coast Highway on January 12, 2025, in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood of Los Angeles, At least 16 people have died and over 100,000 people are still under evacuation orders. Over 12,000 structures have been destroyed in the fires. (Getty Images via AFP)
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According to Cody Tubbs, Southern California Edison's public affairs director, the company is prepared to shut off electricity if needed during the next bout of heavy winds. About 480,000 customers are at risk of planned outages.(Getty Images via AFP)
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Burned properties and the Los Angeles skyline are seen following the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood in Los Angeles. The debris and scarred landscape also set the stage for a future disaster, since any rain that falls in the area threatens to trigger dangerous mudslides. (REUTERS)
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A girl lies asleep on her mom's shoulder at a distribution centre for people affected by the Eaton Fire at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. Even as firefighters are battling the blazes, Governor Gavin Newsom has called for a plan to clear the area so that rebuilding can begin.(REUTERS)
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