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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 20

A new wildfire has emerged in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment and an undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, with ongoing challenges in containment and undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A new wildfire is reported in Los Angeles County with indeterminate cause and containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 17

A new wildfire named LAC-024030 was reported in Los Angeles County, with indeterminate cause and unknown containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 18

A new wildfire has ignited in Los Angeles County, details about its containment and cause are still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County remains uncontained, with its cause still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 20

A new wildfire has emerged in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment and an undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, with ongoing challenges in containment and undetermined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A new wildfire is reported in Los Angeles County with indeterminate cause and containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 17

A new wildfire named LAC-024030 was reported in Los Angeles County, with indeterminate cause and unknown containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 18

A new wildfire has ignited in Los Angeles County, details about its containment and cause are still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County remains uncontained, with its cause still unknown.
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Reflections On Deadly Los Angeles Fires | KQED

The recovery process post-fire in Los Angeles is complicated by hazardous conditions, delaying residents' return home.

As more wild winds to hit Southern California, firefighters gear up by the thousands

Fire officials in Southern California are proactively preparing for wildfires due to incoming Santa Ana winds, urging public compliance with evacuation orders.

The perfect storm: why did LA's wildfires explode out of control?

A combination of extreme weather, climate change, and human oversight contributed to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

Photos: Drone images capture massive sweep of Eaton fire destruction

The Eaton fire has caused extensive destruction, damaging over 9,000 structures and leading to at least 17 fatalities.

California wind forecast worsens as red flag fire weather warning expected on Monday

Wildfires in California show progress but face worsening weather conditions and massive destruction, necessitating emergency responses and support measures.

Gusty winds and extreme fire weather return to Southern California

Windy and dry conditions elevate wildfire risk in Southern California amid ongoing battles against major blazes.

Reflections On Deadly Los Angeles Fires | KQED

The recovery process post-fire in Los Angeles is complicated by hazardous conditions, delaying residents' return home.

As more wild winds to hit Southern California, firefighters gear up by the thousands

Fire officials in Southern California are proactively preparing for wildfires due to incoming Santa Ana winds, urging public compliance with evacuation orders.

The perfect storm: why did LA's wildfires explode out of control?

A combination of extreme weather, climate change, and human oversight contributed to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

Photos: Drone images capture massive sweep of Eaton fire destruction

The Eaton fire has caused extensive destruction, damaging over 9,000 structures and leading to at least 17 fatalities.

California wind forecast worsens as red flag fire weather warning expected on Monday

Wildfires in California show progress but face worsening weather conditions and massive destruction, necessitating emergency responses and support measures.

Gusty winds and extreme fire weather return to Southern California

Windy and dry conditions elevate wildfire risk in Southern California amid ongoing battles against major blazes.
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Rose Bowl, football's hallowed ground, transformed into firefight staging ground

The Rose Bowl is repurposed from a sports venue to a critical command center for first responders amidst the Eaton fire.

Western Altadena got evacuation order hours after Eaton fire exploded. 17 people died there

Timely evacuation alerts can save lives during emergencies, as demonstrated by delayed warnings in the Eaton fire.

Rose Bowl, football's hallowed ground, transformed into firefight staging ground

The Rose Bowl is repurposed from a sports venue to a critical command center for first responders amidst the Eaton fire.

Western Altadena got evacuation order hours after Eaton fire exploded. 17 people died there

Timely evacuation alerts can save lives during emergencies, as demonstrated by delayed warnings in the Eaton fire.
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Trump pledges to restore McKinley's name to tallest peak in North America

Trump planned to revert Denali's name back to Mt. McKinley, sparking controversy over the mountain's historic and cultural significance.
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He pulled up to Palisades fire with a fire engine and an offer to help. It was fake, police say

A man impersonated a firefighter during the Palisades fire, highlighting dangers associated with unauthorized access to emergency zones.

Duo caught posing as firefighters in truck during devastating Los Angeles fires, cops say

Two individuals were arrested for impersonating firefighters and attempting to enter an evacuation zone during the California fires.

He pulled up to Palisades fire with a fire engine and an offer to help. It was fake, police say

A man impersonated a firefighter during the Palisades fire, highlighting dangers associated with unauthorized access to emergency zones.

Duo caught posing as firefighters in truck during devastating Los Angeles fires, cops say

Two individuals were arrested for impersonating firefighters and attempting to enter an evacuation zone during the California fires.
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To get into off-limits fire zone, two people pretended to be reporters, officials say

Impersonators of emergency personnel are increasingly trying to access evacuated fire zones, prompting arrests and security concerns.

Fake firefighters roll up to Palisades evacuation zone in phony fire truck, are arrested, police say

Two individuals posed as firefighters attempting to enter a fire evacuation zone, leading to their arrest.

To get into off-limits fire zone, two people pretended to be reporters, officials say

Impersonators of emergency personnel are increasingly trying to access evacuated fire zones, prompting arrests and security concerns.

Fake firefighters roll up to Palisades evacuation zone in phony fire truck, are arrested, police say

Two individuals posed as firefighters attempting to enter a fire evacuation zone, leading to their arrest.
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Strong Santa Ana winds hitting fire-ravaged Los Angeles again

Southern California faces renewed wildfire risks due to strong Santa Ana winds and drought conditions, prompting heightened preparedness and evacuation plans.
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SoCal heads into 5th 'particularly dangerous situation' fire weather warning

Southern California is under unprecedented extreme fire weather conditions with a 'particularly dangerous situation' warning set to last over 24 hours.

Worsening wind forecast brings new L.A.-area fire risk beginning Monday: 'This is a time to act'

Southern California faces worsening Santa Ana winds, prompting a red flag fire weather warning, indicating high risk for large fire growth.

SoCal heads into 5th 'particularly dangerous situation' fire weather warning

Southern California is under unprecedented extreme fire weather conditions with a 'particularly dangerous situation' warning set to last over 24 hours.

Worsening wind forecast brings new L.A.-area fire risk beginning Monday: 'This is a time to act'

Southern California faces worsening Santa Ana winds, prompting a red flag fire weather warning, indicating high risk for large fire growth.
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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris traveling to SoCal following Trump's inauguration

Harris focuses on wildfire recovery in LA, demonstrating community support.
Biden underscores ongoing commitment to advocacy despite leaving office.

Positive Charge! PDX collecting items for 'emergency kindness ' kits for Los Angeles

In partnership with Ida B. Wells High School, nonprofit Positive Charge!PDX is creating hygiene kits to send to those impacted by the Los Angeles fires.

Dodgers Free Agent Clayton Kershaw Distributing Supplies To Families Affected By Southern California Wildfires

Clayton Kershaw is mobilizing support for Southern California wildfire victims through donations and collaboration with local sports teams.

The L.A. Fires Expose a Web of Governments, Weak by Design

Giuliani's leadership during 9/11 became a model for crisis management, contrasting with LA's fragmented governance under Mayor Karen Bass during current crises.

The Push and Pull of Los Angeles: Beauty and Danger

Inhabiting Los Angeles means balancing appreciation for its beauty with an awareness of underlying dangers and environmental challenges.

Firefighters make significant progress on containment of wildfires, as recovery efforts continue

Firefighters are making progress in containing major fires in Los Angeles, aided by favorable weather conditions.

Blake Snell, Chris Taylor & Anthony Banda Support Dodgers' Donation Event For Southern California Wildfires

Professional sports organizations in Los Angeles are uniting to aid wildfire victims through donation events and support efforts.

Mexican Mafia leader offered to ensure protection for El Chapo in U.S. prison, feds say

Ronaldo Ayala maintains influence and criminal operations from death row, highlighting ongoing issues in prison gang dynamics.

The Push and Pull of Los Angeles: Beauty and Danger

Inhabiting Los Angeles involves both recognizing its beauty and acknowledging its flaws, shaping a complex relationship with the city.

California hit by FOURTH earthquake in just over 24 hours

California experienced four earthquakes in 24 hours, highlighting the ongoing seismic activity along the volatile San Andreas fault.
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Investigators looking into whether Palisades fire kicked off by previous blaze

Investigators are probing a potential reignition of a fire that may have caused the Palisades fire.

Amid dangerous winds in 2011, LAFD engines stood ready. That didn't happen this time

The LAFD's lack of preparation for the January Palisades fire reflects a serious underestimation of wind threat despite warnings.

Investigators looking into whether Palisades fire kicked off by previous blaze

Investigators are probing a potential reignition of a fire that may have caused the Palisades fire.

Amid dangerous winds in 2011, LAFD engines stood ready. That didn't happen this time

The LAFD's lack of preparation for the January Palisades fire reflects a serious underestimation of wind threat despite warnings.
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Opinion | How Los Angeles Dreams Became Kindling

The mid-1980s Pasadena home buying reflected the allure of suburban life amid natural beauty, tempered by real risks of living in Los Angeles.

Crew of dirt bikes, four wheelers escape police chase in east Los Angeles County

A group of dirt bike riders in East LA evaded police during a reckless street stunt chase.

Opinion: Great writers on Los Angeles

Los Angeles symbolizes a blend of dreams and realities, drawing diverse people despite natural disasters and unpredictability.

How Wildfires Came for Southern California

Urban fires fueled by high winds and dry landscapes resulted in unprecedented destruction in Los Angeles, impacting thousands of structures and lives.
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