Firefighters are seeing some progress in controlling wildfires in California, with the largest being the Palisades and Eaton fires. However, high winds threaten these gains.
The Palisades fire has consumed over 20,000 acres and is only 8% contained, while the Eaton fire has killed at least five people and is 3% contained.
Current conditions are critical; strong wind gusts up to 60 mph are expected, causing further risk of fire spread.
Approximately 8,000 personnel from various agencies are responding to the situation, along with about 800 incarcerated individuals aiding in firefighting efforts.
More than 10,000 structures have been destroyed, with estimated economic losses ranging from $135 billion to $150 billion according to forecasts.