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Possible links between utility companies and LA wildfires under investigation

Investigators have not determined causes of any of the Los Angeles County fires yet.
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A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon, Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles.
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Cal Fire battalion chief speaks on battling the fires on the front lines

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to the Cal Fire battalion chief, David Acuna, about responding to the fires on the front lines and what the plan is to keep the fires out.
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Cal Fire battalion chief speaks on battling the fires on the front lines
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Diane Warren discusses her new documentary and losing her home to the LA wildfires

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with award-winning songwriter Diane Warren about her new documentary, “Diane Warren: Relentless,” and the impact of the Los Angeles County wildfires on her community.
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Diane Warren discusses her new documentary and losing her home to the LA wildfires
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Woman whose wedding ring was found in rubble after California fire shares her story

Victoria DeSantis' Altadena house was completely destroyed by the Eaton fire, but firefighters helped her uncover a symbol of hope amid the rubble.
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Victoria DeSantis' Altadena house was completely destroyed by the Eaton fire, but firefighters helped her uncover a symbol of hope amid the rubble.
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By the Numbers: The looming tussle between insurers and policyholders

Citing risks created by more severe droughts and higher temperatures, insurers have been leaving the L.A. market in droves, and that means higher prices for policyholders in the wake of the wildfires.
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By the Numbers: The looming tussle between insurers and policyholders
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Altadena family speaks about losing grandmother’s home in wildfires

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to members of the Brown-Turner family after their grandmother lost her longtime home in the neighborhood’s Black community, along with generations of memories.
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Altadena family speaks about losing grandmother’s home in wildfires
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Rep. Judy Chu discusses Eaton Fire ravaging her district

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to Rep. Judy Chu about the devastation in her district and her work to get the resources people impacted by the fires desperately need.
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Rep. Judy Chu discusses Eaton Fire ravaging her district
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Meet the 'Heat Hawks,' a group of locals helping firefighters and residents

"The reason it got started is we just loved this neighborhood, man. We couldn't just sit and not help," said Cody Webb, a member of the group.
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"The reason it got started is we just loved this neighborhood, man. We couldn't just sit and not help," said Cody Webb, a member of the group.
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Rescue flight helps move over 50 animals from LA shelters to Seattle during wildfires

Nonprofit organization Wings of Rescue flew dogs and cats from Los Angeles shelters to the Seattle Humane shelter to help with shelters impacted by the wildfires.
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Nonprofit organization Wings of Rescue flew dogs and cats from Los Angeles shelters to the Seattle Humane shelter to help with shelters impacted by the wildfires.
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Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size

Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.
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A person uses a garden hose in an effort to save a neighboring home from catching fire during the Eaton Fire, Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, California.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson suggests 'conditions' needed on LA fire disaster aid

The GOP House speaker claimed California leaders “were derelict in their duty.” 
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The GOP House speaker claimed California leaders “were derelict in their duty.” 
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Woman speaks out after firefighters find her wedding ring in California fire rubble

Altadena, California, resident Victoria DeSantis’ home of 20 years was destroyed by the Eaton Fire, but firefighters discovered her wedding ring in the rubble.
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Victoria DeSantis shares her story of hope after firefighters found her wedding ring in the rubble of her Altadena home, destroyed by the Eaton fire.
January 14, 2025 at 1:40 AM

Heroes step up to save pets displaced by Southern California wildfires

People from across the community have given animals shelter, food and medicine. A nonprofit is even flying hundreds of pets to shelters in the Pacific Northwest.
January 14, 2025 at 1:40 AM
VIDEO: Heroes step up to save pets displaced by Southern California wildfires
January 14, 2025 at 1:35 AM

Thousands step up to help Southern California wildfire victims

As fierce winds are forecast to threaten more homes, Monday saw a growing relief effort to help tens of thousands who have already lost everything and are figuring out their next steps.
January 14, 2025 at 1:35 AM
VIDEO: Thousands step up to help Southern California wildfire victims
January 14, 2025 at 12:57 AM

The Weeknd delays album release, cancels Rose Bowl show due to LA fires

The Weeknd announced on Monday that he is cancelling his upcoming Rose Bowl show and delaying the release of his new album due to the L.A. fires.
January 14, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The Weeknd attends "The Idol" photocall at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 23, 2023 in Cannes, France.
January 14, 2025 at 12:51 AM

Volunteers reflect on impact of food donations for LA fire victims, first responders

Local volunteers, restaurants and organizations like World Central Kitchen worked all weekend to support LA firefighters and evacuees.
January 14, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Boxes of supplies and products are collected for distribution to deliver to first responders and evacuees during the Los Angeles fires.
January 14, 2025 at 12:25 AM

Heidi Montag hits No. 1 on iTunes after losing home in LA fires

Heidi Montag has soared to the top of the U.S. iTunes chart after her and husband Spencer Pratt lost their home in the Palisades wildfire.
January 14, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Pratt attend Us Weekly and Pluto TV's: Reality TV Stars of the Year, October 10, 2024, in Los Angeles.
January 14, 2025 at 12:16 AM

Altadena resident speaks out on Eaton Fire impact

Samera Arkel's family home of 50 years was lost to the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California.
January 14, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Altadena resident speaks out on Eaton Fire impact
January 14, 2025 at 12:11 AM

LA County District Attorney announces charges against looters amid wildfires

Los Angeles County DA Nathan Hochman held a press conference Monday and announced charges of looting, burglary and arson while naming the suspects.
January 14, 2025 at 12:11 AM
VIDEO: LA County District Attorney announces charges against looters amid wildfires
January 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM

Malibu family faces uncertain future after losing home in wildfire

The Koch family says it is trying to look forward after losing its home in the Palisades Fire.
January 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Malibu family faces uncertain future after losing home in wildfire
January 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM

Stories of 'a nightmare' emerge from rubble of LA fires

Some survivors who lost everything in the Los Angeles fires say they plan to rebuild while other remain uncertain.
January 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM
A home destroyed by the Eaton Fire stands in front of a home that survived in Altadena. Calif., Jan. 13, 2025.
January 13, 2025 at 10:55 PM

Speaker Mike Johnson suggests 'conditions' needed on disaster aid for LA wildfires

The GOP House speaker claimed California leaders “were derelict in their duty.” 
January 13, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson joined by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise talks with reporters about the Republican agenda ahead of meetings this week with President-elect Donald Trump, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 7, 2025.
January 13, 2025 at 10:03 PM

When should I see a doctor about wildfire smoke exposure? 

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton answers your health questions and breaks down what you should have in your medicine cabinet in case of an emergency.
January 13, 2025 at 10:03 PM
VIDEO: When should I see a doctor about wildfire smoke exposure? 
January 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Homeowners and renters sue California utility company over Eaton Fire

A flurry of lawsuits were filed Monday against Southern California Edison by homeowners and renters who lost their homes in the Eaton Fire.
January 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A partly melted car sits near burned-out homes destroyed by the Eaton Fire in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 10, 2025.
January 13, 2025 at 9:56 PM

Firefighter speaks about viral video of him comforting dog

While entire neighborhoods were ablaze in Altadena, California, on Wednesday, a scared dog named Max barked at the out-of-control flames engulfing his home.
January 13, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Firefighter Slater Lee comforts a dog while battling a wildfire in Altadena, Calif.
January 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM

LA Dream Center leading massive fire donation effort

Matthew Barnett, founder of LA Dream Center, is helping to serve as a resource to supply donations, essential goods and disaster relief to people impacted by the ongoing Southern California wildfires.
January 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
VIDEO: LA Dream Center leading massive fire donation effort
January 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM

California attorney general discusses deadly wildfires

California Attorney General Rob Bonta discusses the latest on the deadly wildfires.
January 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM
VIDEO: California attorney general discusses deadly wildfires
January 13, 2025 at 8:21 PM

Eaton Fire devastates historic Black community in Altadena

The Taylor family recounts losing their home to the Eaton Fire and how they are coping alongside their children.
January 13, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Eaton Fire devastates historic Black community in Altadena
January 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Los Angeles restaurants providing food, relief for those impacted by fires

Amid the Los Angeles fires restaurants are helping serve meals and free food, water and facilitating donations for first responders and the affected community.
January 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
In a post made to their Instagram, World Central Kitchen teams are seen distributing warm meals, sandwiches, and water to residents in Southern California who have been forced to evacuate due to the wildfires.
January 13, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Halle Berry donates 'entire closet' to LA wildfire victims

Halle Berry shared on Instagram that she would be donating her "entire closet" to help those who have been affected by the LA wildfires.
January 13, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Halle Berry attends to talk about Respin and her personal wellness journey at Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit 2024 at Ritz Carlton on Oct.  15, 2024 in Laguna Niguel, California.
January 13, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Hollywood stars share devastation from California fires

Hollywood stars are sharing the devastation caused by the California fires and sharing "prayers and strength" for those affected.
January 13, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Mandy Moore shows the fire devastation in Pacific Palisades in this video screengrab shared on her Instagram account.
January 13, 2025 at 7:43 PM

Los Angeles communities displaced by wildfires face shelter 'insanity'

Los Angeles residents who fled devastating wildfires are facing a huge rebuilding effort, as they gather what they can from ruins that were once their homes.
January 13, 2025 at 7:43 PM
A utilities worker views damage from the Palisades Fire, in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, on Jan. 12, 2025.
January 13, 2025 at 7:20 PM

Several health care centers remain closed as California wildfires spread

Several health care centers and medical facilities remain closed amid the devastating wildfires that continue to spread across southern California.
January 13, 2025 at 7:20 PM
A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon, Jan. 11, 2025, in Los Angeles.
January 13, 2025 at 7:19 PM

2025 Grammys to keep original date, focus on fundraising for LA fire relief

The 67th Grammy Awards telecast will take place Feb. 2 as planned.
January 13, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Grammy trophies sit in the press room during the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 3, 2022 in Las Vegas.
January 13, 2025 at 7:18 PM

Mom on losing home to LA fires: It’s 'literally a pile of rubble’

Journalist and lifelong Pacific Palisades resident Alisa Wolfson says her family is “taking things hour by hour, minute by minute.”
January 13, 2025 at 7:18 PM
VIDEO: Mom on losing home to LA fires: It’s 'literally a pile of rubble’
January 13, 2025 at 7:17 PM

Cal Fire battalion chief on continued efforts to battle LA wildfires

David Acuña, Cal Fire battalion chief, discusses what is being done to prevent further fires as winds pick up again.
January 13, 2025 at 7:17 PM
VIDEO: Cal Fire battalion chief on continued efforts to battle LA wildfires
January 13, 2025 at 7:17 PM

3 firefighters battling LA wildfires also lost their own homes in Eaton Fire

Los Angeles Fire Department Capts. Jerry Puga and Al Hugo and fireman George Baxter say they have "never seen anything like this."
January 13, 2025 at 7:17 PM
VIDEO: 3 firefighters battling LA wildfires also lost their own homes in Eaton Fire
January 13, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Academy delays Oscar nomination announcements and other events amid fires

The 2025 Oscar nominations, other awards season events and several LA-based shows have been affected by the California fires.
January 13, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Oscar statuettes are seen backstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.
January 13, 2025 at 6:10 PM

How a single home on Altadena block survived after Eaton Fire burned neighborhood

As the Eaton Fire ravaged everything in its path in Altadena, generations of homes were destroyed, except for one woman whose home was spared.
January 13, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Damage to structures is seen from hilltop perspective in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire, Jan. 10, 2025 in Altadena, Calif.
January 13, 2025 at 5:53 PM

Crews race against time as high winds threaten to fuel flames in LA fires

Sen. Adam Schiff provides feedback on current efforts to fight the Southern California wildfires and provide aid.
January 13, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Crews race against time as high winds threaten to fuel flames in LA fires
January 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM

Officials give update on Los Angeles fires

The death toll is now at 21, with 23 missing in designated fire zones in Los Angeles county.
January 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
VIDEO: Officials give update on Los Angeles fires
January 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM

Altadena family’s ‘guardian angel’ survives LA fire after home is destroyed

Robyn and Ivan Migel’s home was destroyed by the Eaton Fire, but one item was still standing: an angel statue.
January 13, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Altadena family’s ‘guardian angel’ survives LA fire after home is destroyed
January 13, 2025 at 4:42 PM

How will the LA wildfires shape the home insurance industry?

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous explains what people who lost their homes need to know about insurance, and how the fires will impact the insurance industry.
January 13, 2025 at 4:42 PM
How will the LA wildfires shape the home insurance industry?
January 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM

What we know about those killed in the LA wildfires

Family members have begun to identify the Los Angeles residents who were killed in the wildfires sweeping through the area.
January 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM
A view shows a damaged school after residents fled from the Eaton Fire, one of six simultaneous blazes that have swept across Los Angeles County, in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 11, 2025.
January 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM

How will the California wildfires shape the home insurance industry?

In recent years, insurers like Allstate, American National, The Hartford and State Farm have stopped renewing policies or issuing new policies for California homeowners.
January 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM
 A Los Angeles County firefighter sprays water on a burning home as he battles the Eaton Fire, on Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, Calif.
January 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Authorities search for the missing amid wildfires in Los Angeles

The search for the missing in Los Angeles is being hampered by severe conditions as the death toll from the fires climbs to 24.
January 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
VIDEO: Authorities search for the missing amid wildfires in Los Angeles
January 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM

Disney, Beyoncé to help with LA wildfire relief efforts

SAG-AFTRA will provide $1 million in emergency relief while The Walt Disney Company is committing $15 million and Beyoncé announced a $2.5 million donation to those in the Altadena fire zone.
January 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
VIDEO: Disney, Beyonce to help with LA wildfire relief efforts
January 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM

California power company CEO talks about cutting off electricity to prevent wildfires

Pedro Pizarro, the president and CEO of Edison International, says the company will be shutting off power to some California residents as a precaution amid red flag warnings.
January 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
VIDEO: California power company CEO talks about cutting off electricity to prevent wildfires
January 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Firefighters continue to battle blazes in Southern California

Exhausted fire crews are trying to snuff out remaining hotspots as officials are bracing for Santa Ana wind gusts on Monday to reach 70 mph.
January 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
VIDEO: Firefighters continue to battle blazes in Southern California
January 13, 2025 at 3:42 PM

Scam artists may take advantage of the Los Angeles wildfires, officials warn

As wildfires continue to blaze across Los Angeles County, authorities are sounding the alarm on another potential threat to the public: scams relating to the disaster.
January 13, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Aid items donated for fire victims are seen at the YMCA distribution center at Pasadena City College after residents fled from the Eaton Fire, one of six simultaneous blazes that have ripped across Los Angeles County, in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 11, 2025.