This is what led to the perfect storm that allowed the California fires to get so bad
A perfect storm of weather and climate conditions led to the severity of the wildfires devastating Southern California.
5 fatalities confirmed as Southern California wildfires rage; 1,000+ structures destroyed
Survivors of multiple massive wildfires that simultaneously erupted in Los Angeles County described apocalyptic scenes.
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Historic Los Angeles wildfires are anything but ‘unprecedented’
The "most destructive wildfire" in L.A. history didn't come out of nowhere. It was birthed from a long history of political ...
Anatomy of L.A. fire catastrophe: Embers that traveled for miles, 'chaotic' winds and terrible timing
The life-threatening windstorm exploded into a crisis even worse than predicted, with embers flying an estimated two to three ...
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Fire ignites in Hollywood Hills. What we know about the Sunset Fire and others burning now
On Wednesday evening, a new brush fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills. Soon after, the Sunset Fire triggered mandatory ...
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CAL FIRE San Diego prepares for wildfire risks
CAL FIRE San Diego said they've sent more than 80 firefighters of their own up to Los Angeles to help combat the wildfires, and the rest are preparing for the potential wildfire risks in San Diego.
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What are the Santa Ana winds and why are they so dangerous?
Multiple wildfires are burning in Los Angeles, fueled by Santa Ana winds. NPR speaks with a National Weather Service meteorologist about why these winds can be so dangerous and destructive.
Wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area and kill 5 as thousands flee homes
Multiple massive wildfires tore across the Los Angeles area with devastating force early Wednesday, destroying more than 1,000 structures and killing at least two people as desperate residents escaped ...
LIVE: Wildfires deemed ‘most destructive’ in Los Angeles history; 5 dead
California authorities have confirmed that at least five people have died and thousands of structures are destroyed as ...
Los Angeles Fires: Tracking, Evacuation, and How to Volunteer
Officials have advised residents told to evacuate to do so immediately. Staying informed on the fires’ movements, and knowing how to prepare and when to evacuate are imperative at this time. Here are ...
How did the wildfires in Los Angeles start?
Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency as winds reach 35-55 mph, with higher gusts in the mountains and foothills. The death toll from the wildfires has risen to five, and more than 100,000 ...
Crashes and Disasters
Devastating firestorms that burned across Southern California on Wednesday, destroying more than 1,000 homes, killing at ...