Live updates: Death toll rises as fire crews in Los Angeles brace for more heavy winds
The Palisades Fire – the largest blaze – has killed at least five people. The Eaton Fire, above Altadena in northern Los Angeles County, has killed at least six people and burned more than 21 square miles, leaving apocalyptic scenes of destruction.
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.
Winds expected to intensify as fight against LA fires continues
Aerial resources are being used to assist firefighters trying to get ahead of the fast-moving Palisades and Eaton fires, which have now claimed at least 16 lives.
Firefighters race to beat LA blazes as winds grow and death toll hits 16
Firefighters fought on into the night Saturday in a bid to get on top of massive wildfires around Los Angeles as winds ramped up, pushing the blazes towards previously untouched neighborhoods.At least 16 people were now confirmed dead from fires that have ripped through the city,
LA fires update: 16 dead, high winds expected to fuel fires through Wednesday
Eleven people have died in the LA County Sheriff’s jurisdiction as a result of the fires and 13 people are missing, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna announced at a news conference Saturday morning. Eight deaths are related to the Eaton Fire, while three deaths were recorded in the area of the Palisades Fire.
24 dead as fire crews try to corral Los Angeles blazes before winds return this week
Firefighters scrambled Sunday to make further progress against wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and killed 24 people in the Los Angeles area as forecasters again warned of dangerous weather with the return of strong winds this week.
At least 16 dead in LA fires as dangerous winds could persist: Live updates
Forecasters warned Saturday that gusty winds would make for dangerous fire conditions into next week. Follow the latest updates.
Los Angeles wildfire death toll surges to 24 as firefighters brace for more fierce winds
A surging death toll is accompanying a slight break in the weather as firefighters in Los Angeles cast a wary eye on a forecast for yet more wind.
Los Angeles wildfires: Crews report progress across county, but wind warnings remain through Wednesday
Crews have reported some progress in the battle against LA’s wildfires, but renewed windy and dry conditions could hamper containment efforts. Follow for live updates.
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