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Fire risk remains high in Southern California

Fire risk remains high in Southern California as crews prepare for potential weekend rain

Parched Southern California endured more dangerous winds on Wednesday but could get some needed rain this weekend, dampening prospects of another round of deadly wildfires while raising the possibility of new challenges like toxic ash runoff.

Los Angeles Times · 1d

Live L.A. fire updates: Rain in the forecast could cut back on wildfire risk in Southern California

After a day of strong winds that helped fuel small scattered fires across Southern California, rain is on the horizon. In L.A. County, where the Palisades and Eaton fires have carved a devastating path this month,

CNN · 1d

Dangerous winds threaten Southern California as firefighters bat down new wildfires

Santa Ana winds are whipping Southern California on Tuesday, sparking fresh fears that progress made fighting wildfires that have scorched over 40,000 acres and left 27 dead could be reversed and more blazes could break out.

Los Angeles County fires death toll rises to 28

ABC · 18h

California fires live updates: Los Angeles County fires death toll rises to 28

At least 28 people are believed to be dead and more than a dozen others remain unaccounted for as multiple wildfires rage across Southern California.

Sacramento Bee · 7h

Update: Eaton Fire remains 89% contained, 14,021 acres burned in Los Angeles County

Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery two weeks ago, it has burned 14,021 acres. A fire crew of 2,104 has been working on site and, as of Tuesday evening, they managed to contain 89% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Santa Rosa Press Democrat · 20h

Warnings for dangerous winds extended in Los Angeles as new wildfires break out

Forecasters warn that dangerous winds will buffet Southern California for at least two more days as new wildfires broke out and a pair of major Los Angeles-area blazes burned for a third week.

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NBC News on MSN · 13h

California wildfires: What we know about L.A.-area fires, what caused them, who is affected and more

Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted the second week of January and roared across the Los Angeles area.

BBC · 1h

Disabled in the California wildfires: “You live on edge”

As the California wildfires continue to burn we hear the stories of disabled Los Angeles residents, Carrie and Joci, who had to make decisions around whether to evacuate or not, and if so, how they would do it without plans in place.

Newsweek on MSN · 4h

California Rain Could Bring New Dangers From Wildfires

Los Angeles officials say action is being taken to stem the flow of toxins into California's water supply ahead of rain forecast for the weekend.

2hon MSN

California leaders promise a quick rebuild, but that may put homes at risk of fire again

Reconstructing fire-ravaged neighborhoods in their former image could make residents sitting ducks for future blazes, experts ...

2hon MSN

Southern California wildfires rage with hefty Santa Ana winds in forecast

Millions of California residents were placed under a red flag warning through Thursday amid threats of further fires with ...

Los Angeles begins "extensive" fire debris removal after deadly wildfires, officials warn about potential dangers with weekend rain

The "extensive" debris removal process is underway in Los Angeles County to clear rubble from burn scar areas ahead of ...

4hon MSN

Price Gouging Hits the Housing Market Amid California Wildfires

Newsweek found properties that jacked up their prices during the California wildfires raising concerns of potential price ...

Santa Rosa Press Democrat2h

Will new bond funds be enough to rebuild Los Angeles schools — and all of California’s other crumbling schools?

Some schools destroyed years ago in the Sonoma and Butte county fires are just now reopening. The long, expensive process of ...

30mon MSN

Hughes Fire burning in Castaic area of Los Angeles County

Firefighters are responding to a brush fire in the Castaic area of Los Angeles County Wednesday morning, according to the ...

California water supply crucial for LA wildfire response allowed to run dry months before infernos: lawsuit

Over a dozen victims of the Pacific Palisades Fire are suing a Los Angeles public utility company for "failures," which contributed to the fire's devastation.

5hon MSN

California Fire Map Shows Areas in Greatest Danger As New Blazes Erupt

Several counties in Southern California faced "critical" fire risks this week, according to an AccuWeather forecast.

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