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Los Angeles Wildfires Force Evacuations and Leave Two Dead

Three uncontained wildfires have burned over 5,600 acres, destroyed 1,000 structures, and displaced tens of thousands as fierce winds fuel the flames.

  • The Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst fires have spread rapidly across Los Angeles County, with no containment as of Wednesday morning.
  • At least two fatalities have been reported, along with significant injuries to residents who were unable to evacuate in time.
  • More than 50,000 residents, including celebrities, have been evacuated, while 21,000 structures remain under threat from the fires.
  • Powerful Santa Ana winds, reaching speeds of up to 100 mph, have worsened the fires and hampered aerial firefighting efforts.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency, deploying over 1,400 firefighters and requesting federal assistance.
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