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Small airborne embers play a big role in the spread of wildfires

While authorities don’t know what sparked the deadly fires in the Los Angeles area, they do know that embers have helped spread the flames

The Independent UK

Pink flame retardants are being used to slow California fires. What do we know about them?

Aircraft battling fires raging through the Los Angeles area are dropping more than water: Hundreds of thousands of gallons of hot-pink fire suppressant have been dumped ahead of the flames in a desperate effort to stop them before they destroy more neighborhoods

The Independent UK

LA fires: Why fast wildfires and those started by human activities are more destructive and harder to contain

Investigators are trying to determine what caused several wind-driven wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes across the Los Angeles area in January 2025. Given the fires’ locations, and lack of lightning at the time, it’s likely that utility infrastructure, other equipment or human activities were involved.

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High winds have worsened Cal wildfires. What makes them?

High winds have been a key ingredient in the devastating fires in Los Angeles -- and they’re picking up again

The Independent UK

Scam warning for anyone hit by the LA wildfires

Here’s what to do if you think you are being scammed

The Independent UK

Devastating LA Fires Prompt 2028 Olympics Debate

The Los Angeles wildfire disaster has cast a shadow over preparations for the 2028 Olympics, raising questions over whether the city can deliver a safe and successful Games.

International Business Times

How Prince Harry Honored One Man's Unexpected Request While Helping California Wildfire Victims

The Duke of Sussex reportedly went incognito to find a special item for an elderly man affected by the disaster.

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“The loss overall is awful and unspeakable”: Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith and Primus guitarist Larry ‘Ler’ LaLonde among thousands who have lost homes in L.A. wildfires

Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan and Anthrax’s Scott Ian share their first-hand experience of the devastating impact of one of the biggest natural disasters in Los Angeles’ history

Guitar World

California wildfires: investigators explore possible link between New Year’s fireworks and Palisades blaze

Questions raised of whether Palisades fire is connected to earlier fire put out New Year’s Day, with possible human origins

The Guardian - US

New Years Partiers May Be to Blame For Horrific Los Angeles Wildfire That's Killed 24 and Climbing, New Analysis Suggests

Evidence reviewed by the Washington Post indicates that the Palisades Fire started in the same area where firefighters had to put out a fire following a New Year's party

Latin Times

What sparked the LA wildfires? Investigators consider array of possibilities

While lightning, arson and utility lines are some of the most common causes of wildfires, climate change could also be to blame

Evening Standard

LA Wildfires Conditions Set To Worsen Again; Analyst Predicts Heightened Danger For Tuesday

The agency is expecting conditions to worsen significantly over the next hours and into Wednesday. Tuesday is expected to be the most dangerous day

Latin Times

Our farm caught fire on New Year’s Day, and helpers poured out of the scrub. It’s given me fresh hope for 2025

The global politics of division rage on but, when a crisis hit, neighbours and strangers alike converged on our burning paddocks to work in unison

The Guardian - AU

Why fire hydrants and water supply failed during Los Angeles wildfires

The LA wildfires continue to burn, with Santa Ana winds set to intensify and other challenges hampering rescue efforts.

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Why are California inmates deployed to help fight LA wildfires?

Canada and Mexico have offered to deploy firefighters as US inmates join in efforts to put out LA’s wildfires.

Latin Times

Los Angeles Wildfires Spark Surge In Scams, Police Urge Vigilance Among Donors

Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell on Sunday recommended verifying organizations on websites like Charity Navigator and the Better Business Bureau before making any donations.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Return of strong winds threatens further destruction from LA wildfires

At least 24 people confirmed as killed in the fires so far. Plus, Björk on her Cornucopia tour

Evening Standard

LA wildfires: Shocking images show scale of devastation in Los Angeles

Extraordinary images show the scale of the devastation in California

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Biden urges Congress to ‘step up’ on California aid as LA warned of ‘explosive fire growth’ – as it happened

Governor Newsom calls on state legislature to approve $2.5bn in extra aid as experts predict wildfires could be costliest disaster in US history

Evening Standard

Satellite map shows every home destroyed in LA wildfires as apocalyptic images reveal scale of destruction

Stark images show the extent of destruction caused by wildfires around Los Angeles

International Business Times UK

US Veteran's 'Cheap Purchase' Saved His Home From LA Fires While Celebs Pay $2K/Hour For Private Fire Fighters

While ordinary citizens find affordable solutions, wealthy residents hire pricey private firefighters to stop the flames from engulfing their homes.

Evening Standard

Harry and Meghan branded 'disaster tourists' by Family Ties actress after joining LA wildfire volunteers

Family Ties star Bateman said Meghan and Harry were ‘no better than ambulance chasers’ after seeing footage of the couple visiting victims

The Conversation

Much of Australia enjoys the same Mediterranean climate as LA. When it comes to bushfires, that doesn’t bode well

The world has watched in horror as fires continue to raze parts of Los Angeles, California. For those of us living in Australia, one of the world’s most fire-prone continents, the LA experience feels all too familiar.

The Guardian - US

Newsom eases building restrictions as theories grow of how fires were ignited

Governor calls for a version of Marshall Plan as investigators speculate power lines may have sparked dry vegetation

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Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith loses Malibu home to Los Angeles wildfires

Adrian Smith is among tens of thousands affected by the wildfires currently bringing destruction to Los Angeles

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