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New LA County fire explodes to over 10,000 acres

California fires live updates: New LA County fire explodes to over 10,000 acres

Two people were arrested for arson in separate incidents just outside the fire zone on Wednesday, according to the LAPD. In one incident, a citizen extinguished a fire in a tree and detained an arson suspect, police said. That suspect admitted to starting the fire because he "liked the smell of burning leaves," police said.

CBS Sacramento on MSN · 6h

Hughes Fire in Castaic area of LA County quickly burns 500 acres, prompts evacuation orders

With high winds driving the flames, a fast-moving wildfire exploded to roughly 10,200 acres near the Los Angeles County community of Castaic Wednesday, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people.

Sacramento Bee · 20h

Update: 14,021 acres affected in Los Angeles County by Eaton Fire, still 95% contained

Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery 15 days ago, it has burned 14,021 acres. A fire crew of 1,837 has been working on site and, as of Wednesday evening, they managed to contain 95% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.

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The Associated Press on MSN · 3h

Aerial attack helps firefighters maintain the upper hand on a huge fire north of Los Angeles

CASTAIC, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters fought to maintain the upper hand on a huge and rapidly moving wildfire that swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles and resulted in more than 50,000 people being put under evacuation orders or warnings.

The Washington Post on MSN · 12h

Los Angeles begins long recovery from fires — and braces for new disasters

Officials released details about the recovery effort from the initial Los Angeles fires — an effort expected to last up to 18 months as authorities clear the wreckage.

Firefighters battle huge blaze near Los Angeles as winds pick up

Winds in the area were blowing at about 20-30mph (32-48km/h), but could pick up, which would fan the blaze and make it harder for air crews to operate. Climate change has made the grasses and shrubs that are fuelling the Los Angeles fires more vulnerable to burning, scientists have said.

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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 23

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:58 p.m. in Los Angeles County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. There is ...

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L.A. fire updates: Hughes fire rages on as red flag warning continue - Los Angeles Times

The Hughes, Sepulveda and Laguna fires are among the latest blazes for Southern California during a fourth consecutive day of ...

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Thousands under evacuation orders in northern LA County in first significant wildfire outbreak since fatal fires

Thousands of Southern California residents were under evacuation orders Wednesday as fire crews battled the out-of-control ...

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Hughes Fire breaks out near Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County: See wildfire map

The Hughes Fire has spread over 8,096 acres after starting just before lunchtime in Los Angeles County's Castaic Lake area on ...

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Los Angeles wildfires timeline: How the deadly blazes unfolded

Dozens of people are believed to have died in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have burned down whole swaths of ...

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Hughes Fire: Here's what to know about evacuations, smoke in Ventura County

A wildfire erupted near Castaic Lake Wednesday, sending plumes of smoke into neighboring Ventura County areas. Here's what to ...

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Thousands ordered to flee their homes after new blaze ignites in Los Angeles County

Another 23,000 people were under evacuation warnings after the Hughes Fire erupted at 10:53 a.m. Wednesday near Castaic Lake ...

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