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Los Angeles Faces Fire Challenges Despite Preparedness Efforts

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Los Angeles Faces Fire Challenges Despite Preparedness Efforts

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  • The **National Weather Service** issued urgent warnings about a **"LIFE THREATENING & DESTRUCTIVE WINDSTORM"** due to powerful Santa Ana winds.
  • In response, **Los Angeles officials** deployed **nine trucks** and **90 extra firefighters**, while the county fire department mobilized **30 extra engines** and **100 off-duty firefighters**.
  • Despite these preparations, a fire ignited in the **Pacific Palisades**, quickly spreading due to **winds approaching 100 mph**.
  • The **Los Angeles County Fire Department chief** noted the intensity of the flames and smoke, remarking that containment seemed unlikely.
  • At least **11 fatalities** and widespread destruction of homes have sparked discussions on the adequacy of resource deployment against **megafires** in California.

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