Wildfires tearing through Los Angeles have turned neighborhoods to ash, claiming at least 10 lives and incinerating nearly 10,000 structures. Driven by fierce desert winds, five major fires—including the historic Palisades and Eaton blazes—continue to rage unchecked, sparking mass evacuations and chaos.
‘Like an Atomic Bomb’
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna described the devastation as apocalyptic: 'It looks like an atomic bomb dropped here.' Over 34,000 acres have burned, with containment efforts struggling as winds intensify. Helicopters and planes, including a damaged Canadian Super Scooper aircraft grounded by a rogue drone, battle flames from above.
Celebrities Flee Flames
A rapidly expanding fire near Calabasas—home to A-listers and luxury estates—forced Hollywood elites to evacuate overnight. Meanwhile, a countywide emergency alert sent to 9.6 million residents by mistake caused panic before officials clarified it was only for the Kenneth Fire zone.
Federal Aid Mobilized
President Biden pledged full federal reimbursement for recovery costs, including debris removal and temporary housing. But with damage estimates topping $150 billion, rebuilding will be a marathon. ‘We’re aggressively planning to rebuild,’ said LA Mayor Karen Bass, amid criticism from political rivals.
As flames leap across hillsides, thousands remain displaced, and officials warn: the worst may still lie ahead.
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