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The Latest Breaking News from California

LA wildfires: death toll rises to 24 as winds threaten further destruction

More than 1,800 structures destroyed as Eaton and Palisades fires still less than 30% contained

The Guardian - US

VP-Elect Vance Calls For Improved Disaster Relief Efforts

Vice President-elect JD Vance advocates for improved disaster relief efforts and competent governance in crisis management, emphasizing proactive measures ...

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Fact check: LA fires drive falsehoods, including by Trump about water use

Trump claims Democratic environmental policies contributed to LA fires, but is that true?

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Watch: Los Angeles County officials give wildfire update as death toll rises

Watch again as Los Angeles County officials gave an update on the deadly wildfires on 12 January as California governor Gavin Newsom described the tragedy as the worst natural disaster in US history.

The Independent UK

California Officials Slam LA Landlords for 'Price Gouging' as Displaced Californians Seek Shelter

California officials are taking action against price gouging and scams targeting wildfire victims, warning that violations could lead to fines and jail time.

Latin Times

Pope Francis prays for victims of Los Angeles wildfires

Pope Francis prayed for the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires during his Sunday Angelus prayer, as the death toll from California's largest ever fires rose to 16.

The Independent UK

Eaton Fire In Altadena 27% Contained, 14,117 Acres Burned

Update on the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California with 27% containment and significant impact on the community.

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'Dangerous And Strong' Winds Threaten To Spread LA Inferno

US officials warned "dangerous and strong" winds were set to push deadly wildfires further through Los Angeles residential areas Sunday as firefighters struggled to make progress against the flames.

International Business Times

Claims about a billionaire couple hurting efforts to fight the LA fires via their ‘control’ of the water supply are false

How Stewart and Lynda Resnick, owners of the POM and Fiji brands, became the targets of anti-Semitic attacks.

Fortune

How California wildfires could be leaving deeper inequality in their wake

Fires have torched homes belonging to generations of Black and Latino blue-collar families

The Independent UK

Newsom says LA blaze is ‘worst natural disaster in US history’ amid criticism over water supply issues

Blazes have left at least 16 dead as questions asked about the lack of water supply for firefighters tackling monster blazes

The Independent UK

California governor Gavin Newsom’s five-word swipe at Trump as Mexico firefighters arrive to help battle LA wildfires

California governor Gavin Newsom appeared to take a swipe at Donald Trump as firefighters from Mexico arrived to help battle the deadly wildfires.

The Independent UK

Just before wildfires hit, California told insurers to cover homes in risky areas—in exchange for passing on more costs

Insurers can incorporate reinsurance costs in their calculations for what they will charge consumers.

Fortune

Injured animals take cover at LA animal rescue in heartbreaking video

More than 400 animals have taken cover at an animal welfare charity as they fled the devastating California wildfires.

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The Independent UK

California man says two of his cats died after drinking raw milk

A third cat, Big Boy, was in hospital for a week before tests showed the animal was infected with the bird flu virus

The Independent UK

Watch: Wildfire hero rescues woman and four dogs from burning LA home

This is the moment a brave passer-by rescues a woman and her four dogs from her burning LA home in the devastating California wildfires.

Evening Standard

Former child star with cerebral palsy died ‘needlessly’ in LA fires, says mother

The fires that began on Tuesday just north of central LA have burned more than 12,000 structures.

Dynamite News

California wildfires claim 16 lives; Donald Trump calls it "One of the worst catastrophes" in US history

US President-elect Donald Trump expressed anger as the southern Californian fires continued to rage on. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Independent UK

California governor Gavin Newsom hits out at 'delusional' Donald Trump over wildfire criticism

California governor Gavin Newsom has hit at Donald Trump over his LA wildfire response claims, calling the president-elect “delusional”.

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Critical Fire Weather Conditions Expected In Southern California

Red Flag Warnings in Southern California due to Santa Ana winds pose high fire risk. Firefighters on alert as conditions persist.

The Independent UK

Devastated Simon Cowell makes urgent LA wildfire plea in new video message

Simon Cowell has urged people to help victims of the California wildfires, saying he is devastated by what has happened.

The Independent UK

California fire tornado forms as wind whips up flames in Pacific Palisades wildfires

California fire tornados formed as strong winds whipped up flames in the Pacific Palisades wildfires.

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President-Elect Trump Invited To Survey California Wildfire Damage

Los Angeles County Chair invites President-elect Trump to witness wildfire damage. Biden offers federal support.

The Guardian - AU

Investigators probe possible ignition sources in Californian blazes - as it happened

This blog has now closed but you can find all our coverage of the wildfires in California here.

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Eaton Fire Evacuation Orders Lifted In California Communities

Residents in Bradbury and Duarte can return home post-Eaton Fire, but caution is advised due to potential hazards. Altadena remains off-limits.

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