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California Wildfires Prompt Evacuations and State of Emergency in Los Angeles

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California Wildfires Prompt Evacuations and State of Emergency in Los Angeles

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  • California is currently in a state of emergency due to wildfires affecting metropolitan Los Angeles, with two fatalities reported.
  • The first major fire ignited in the Pacific Palisades area on Tuesday, quickly expanding to nearly 1,200 hectares.
  • In total, wildfires have devastated 2,285 hectares across multiple blazes, with evacuation orders issued for areas including Malibu and Santa Monica.
  • Significant property damage has occurred; staff at local landmarks evacuated safely, but community members face extensive property losses.
  • As winds worsen, with gusts reaching up to 160 km/h, officials warn of ongoing risks and have mobilized over 1,400 firefighting personnel.

For more details, visit the original article at Al Jazeera.


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