The Palisades and Eaton fires have devastated Los Angeles County, resulting in 100% containment but leaving thousands homeless and entire neighborhoods destroyed. With economic losses exceeding $250 billion, these fires rank among the most expensive natural disasters in U.S. history. Over 124,000 individuals are seeking aid from FEMA, reflecting the widespread impact. The fires, fueled by severe weather conditions, destroyed over 16,000 structures, including homes and businesses, and resulted in numerous fatalities. The cleanup effort faces challenges, including hazardous waste removal and fragile community recovery.
The devastating firestorm that rained embers and terror across Los Angeles County has officially come to an end, with fire crews reaching 100% containment on the Palisades and Eaton fires Friday evening.
Estimates of the total economic loss are more than $250 billion, which would make the fires one of the costliest natural disasters in U.S. history.
Both blazes ignited on Jan. 7 and quickly exploded in size, fanned by fierce Santa Ana wind gusts and critically low humidity rates.
The Eaton fire tore a path of destruction through 14,021 acres in Altadena, razing over 9,400 structures and claiming 17 lives.
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