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Los Angeles wildfire prompts evacuations amid extreme winds


Published on 2025-01-07 17:00:48 - Reuters
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  • A wildfire burned about 200 acres (80 hectares) and threatened homes in an upscale section of Los Angeles on Tuesday, forcing evacuations after officials had already warned of extreme fire danger from dry,

A wildfire in Los Angeles, driven by extreme winds, has led to the evacuation of several neighborhoods as of January 7, 2025. The fire, which started in the Sepulveda Pass area, has rapidly spread due to Santa Ana winds reaching speeds of up to 70 mph, complicating firefighting efforts. The Los Angeles Fire Department has reported that the fire has consumed over 1,000 acres and is currently 0% contained. Evacuation orders are in place for residents in the Bel Air, Brentwood, and nearby areas, with shelters set up to accommodate those displaced. The combination of dry conditions and high winds has raised concerns about the potential for the fire to grow significantly, prompting officials to urge residents to comply with evacuation orders for their safety.

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