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Los Angeles Wildfire Updates: Palisades and Eaton Fires Somewhat Contained, 24 Killed

Dino Wun — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 20:52:26 +0000

As of noon PT on January 13, 2025, several of the recent Los Angeles area wildfires have begun to wind down. The Palisades fire, the largest and most destructive of the fires has scorched 23,713 acres, with containment reaching 14%. Meanwhile, the Eaton Fire has burned 14,117 acres, with containment at 33%, and the Sunset Fire is now fully contained. Over the past five days since the first wildfire update in Los Angeles, the Palisades Fire has continued to spread westward toward Malibu and northward. The fires have destroyed over 12,000 homes and structures, and has tragically claimed 24 lives. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect due to strong Santa Ana winds, which could fuel the fires further and cause even more damage in the coming days.

Image showing the homes burned from the LA wildfires (Credit: KTLA).

For those in evacuation zones related to the Palisades Fire, areas near the Encino Reservoir and Getty Center have been downgraded to evacuation warnings, meaning evacuations are strongly recommended. The LA Sheriff’s Department has also downgraded evacuation orders to warnings for areas south of New York Drive and east of North Hill Avenue to Altadena Drive. Residents in these areas should be prepared to evacuate by having a go-bag ready and making a plan. Residents can stay informed through local news or LAFD alerts, and continuing coverage from Force Thirteen and Force Thirteen US.

The Palisades Fire area as of 1/13/2025 (Credit: Cal Fire).

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Massive Wildfire Rages Near Los Angeles in Southern CA

Dino Wun — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:46:32 +0000

As of January 8, 2025, at 8 am PT, the Palisades Fire has burned 2920 acres of land and is expected to grow faster. Santa Ana winds are forecasted to remain extreme today, as they will increase the size of the wildfire areas in the Palisades area. Several sources reported two casualties and injuries of several firefighters and civilians. Firefighters had confirmed that several structures within the area of the Palisades fire, including the high school, were burned down. Several reports showed drivers within the wildfire range abandoning their vehicles on Sunset, Topanga Canyon Blvds, and Highway 1 to escape the blaze reaching them. Smoke from the fire is expected to spread to the municipal of Los Angeles by 7 pm PT on Wednesday. Two other fires have emerged from the Palisades fire area (Eaton and Hurst Fires) and are expected to spread extensive damage. Several people are advised to evacuate from the Hurst, Eaton, and Palisades wildfires-affected areas, especially for people who live in the Malibu area.

Image of palm trees swaying as the Eaton fire burns down structures (Credit: AP)

If you are in the areas near North to Mulholland Road, East to Kenter Rd, and South to Highway 1, EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY. Ensure you turn off the power or gas to your home before leaving. If you want to look for the evacuation center for the Palisades fires, go to the Westwood Recreation Center at 1350 S Sepulveda Blvd. It will be serving as a shelter for residents to remain overnight. If you are outside the evacuation area but are close to it, be prepared by having a go bag and a plan and stay informed via local news or LAFD Alerts.

Map of evacuation orders due to the Palisades fire (Credit: CalFire)

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Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Near Ferndale in California, Tsunami Warning in Effect

Dino Wun — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:02:16 +0000

As of 10:44 AM PST (18Z) on December 5th, 2024, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck 62 miles WSW of Ferndale, California. This earthquake near Norcal’s coast is located at 40.3 degrees north and -125.0 degrees west and measured at a depth of 0.6km. A tsunami warning was in effect from Douglass/Lane County Line in Oregon to Davenport, California.

Image showing the earthquake’s magnitude, location, and depth near Ferndale (Picture Credit: Force Thirteen).

As of 19Z, tsunami warnings for the San Francisco Bay Area and the remaining coastal areas in California and Oregon are canceled. If you were affected by the 7.0 earthquake, expect more aftershocks, check if you or anyone is injured, stay informed via radio or television, or evacuate if your home or other place is significantly damaged.

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