Warnings of 'fast-moving fire' after Los Angeles gets brief wind reprieve: Updates
Officials are bracing for the return of fierce Santa Ana winds as they try to contain large blazes in the Los Angeles area. Here's the latest.
Update: Containment progress – Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County at 45%
Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery eight days ago, it has burned 14,117 acres. A fire crew of 3,404 has been working on site and, as of Wednesday evening, they managed to contain 45% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.
L.A. fires live updates: Strong winds bring threat of new blazes, more destruction to Los Angeles
The National Weather Service has warned of “fast-moving fire,” as the winds may challenge containment efforts. Follow live updates on the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and more fires.
Weary Los Angeles residents face new wildfire wind warnings: Live updates
Though winds were weaker than predicted Tuesday, firefighting crews awaited the return of dangerous winds that could fuel new blazes.
Update: Containment progress – Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County at 19%
Palisades Fire initially started 10:30 a.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. It has burned 23,713 acres after being active for eight days. A crew of 5,104 firefighters has been working on site and they managed to contain 19% of the fire by Wednesday afternoon. The blaze's cause remains under investigation.
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