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Palisades Fire spreads to 11,802 acres
The Palisades Fire has spread to 11,802 acres with 0% containment, according to Cal Fire.
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California fires live updates: At least 10 fire-related deaths, medical examiner says
The fire which ignited Thursday afternoon is spreading in the West Hills area.
Last Updated: January 10, 2025, 12:26 AM EST
At least 10 people are believed to be dead -- with the LA County sheriff saying he expects that number to rise -- as a series of devastating fires grow uncontained across Southern California amid dry and windy conditions, leaving officials scrambling to contain the historic destruction.
Thousands of firefighters are battling at least five sprawling wildfires spread around the Los Angeles area. The largest, the Palisades Fire, in Pacific Palisades, has scorched over 19,000 acres, destroyed thousands of structures and remains zero percent contained. The Eaton Fire, in Altadena, now stands at more than 13,000 acres and zero percent contained. More than 180,000 people have been ordered to evacuate as the infernos spread.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday approved a federal major disaster declaration for Los Angeles County.
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Here's how the news is developing.
Jan 08, 2025, 2:17 PM EST
'Jimmy Kimmel Live,' 'Grey's Anatomy' among shows suspending production
"Jimmy Kimmel Live" as well as the dramas "Grey's Anatomy" and "Doctor Odyssey" have suspended production amid the fires, according to ABC.
Jan 08, 2025, 2:07 PM EST
2 Canadian air tankers helping fight fires
Two Canadian air tankers are helping fight wildfires in California, according to Quebec Minister of Public Security Francois Bonnardel.
Bonnardel said in a post on X that California Gov. Gavin Newsom can "count on the government of Quebec" and Quebec's forest fire protection agency for more support if needed.
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Jan 08, 2025, 1:52 PM EST
2 California National Guard teams activated
Two highly trained, 22-person teams from the California National Guard have been called up to assist with the Los Angeles area fires.
"These hand crews have enduring relationships with CAL FIRE throughout the year," Maj. Robert Woodson of the National Guard said in a statement. "As always the California National Guard stands by to support."
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