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Scanner X Accounts Surge in Popularity Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

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Scanner X Accounts Surge in Popularity Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

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  • With the recent widespread wildfires in Los Angeles, accounts known as “scanners” have gained significant popularity for sharing real-time updates.
  • Accounts like @ScannerPacific and @LAScanner monitor police and fire radio channels, gathering crucial information for the public.
  • These users often work 16- to 20-hour shifts to relay information before official announcements, impacting public safety significantly.
  • Despite their efforts, there remains a sense of powerlessness among operators who can only share information without direct intervention.
  • Feedback from the public highlights the life-saving impact of their updates, with users expressing gratitude for the timely warnings they receive.

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