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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.

The Conversation · Jan 13, 2025

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 · Jan 13, 2025

Los Angeles Sports Teams Donate Million To Fire Victims

Los Angeles sports teams unite to donate million for fire relief efforts, supporting victims and responders.

Top News · Jan 13, 2025

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Los Angeles Top Newspaper Walks Back Previous Karen Bass Endorsement in Wake of Wildfires: 'That's a Mistake and We Admit That'

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, the owner of the LA Times, has been highly critical of Bass' handling of the wildfires.

Latin Times · Jan 13, 2025

Karen Bass once insisted she wouldn’t go abroad as LA mayor. Instead, she took five city-funded trips overseas

Bass has received heavy criticism for being out of the country when deadly wildfires stuck the city

The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025

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 · Jan 13, 2025

Illegal Immigrant Arrested In Los Angeles With Alleged Blowtorch

Debate ensues as an illegal immigrant near a fire in Los Angeles raises questions on deportation and sanctuary policies.

Top News · Jan 13, 2025

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Glitzy Oscars Nominees' Lunch Cancelled After LA Wildfires

The body that awards the Oscars said Monday it was cancelling its ritzy nominees' luncheon, as Los Angeles grapples with enormous wildfires that have crippled the city.

International Business Times · Jan 13, 2025

California's Insurance Regulation Fixes Came Too Little, Too Late

Decades-old, voter-approved restrictions on insurers raising premiums have created a regulatory disaster to match the natural one.

Reason · Jan 13, 2025

Ben Affleck received surprise visit from FBI agents and police amid wildfires as they were probing drone activity

In another dramatic development amid the LA wildfires, it has emerged Ben Affleck received a surprise visit from FBI agents and Los Angeles police as they were probing “unauthorised” drone activity.

BANG Premier · Jan 13, 2025

David Spade offers $5,000 to anyone who catches and gets police to arrest arsonists in LA

In an Instagram video as the California wildfires keep raging, comedian David Spade has offered $5,000 to anyone who catches and gets police to arrest arsonists in Los Angeles.

BANG Premier · Jan 13, 2025

Naomi Osaka's Concern For LA Wildfires Amid Australian Open Success

Naomi Osaka competes in Australian Open while expressing concern for LA wildfires and taking precautions for her home's safety.

Top News · Jan 13, 2025

Newsom sparked conspiracy theories by hinting at invoking a ‘Marshall Plan’ to rebuild ‘LA 2.0.’ But what does he mean?

‘He is trying [to] turn Pacific Palisades into a communist dump,’ one social media user claims

The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025

National Weather Service Issues Particularly Dangerous Situation Warning

Learn about the history and effectiveness of 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' warnings for severe weather events.

Top News · Jan 13, 2025

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Latin Times · Jan 13, 2025

Famed Real Estate Mogul Exposes Landlords for Illegally Exploiting LA Wildfire Victims: Price Gouging Laws Are 'Just Being Ignored'

Selling Sunset star Jason Oppenheim publicly condemned LA landlords for illegally inflating rent amid the devastating wildfires sweeping through the region.

International Business Times · Jan 13, 2025

Gavin Newsom Posts Video of Elon Musk Getting Schooled by LA Firefighters on False 'Water Shortage' Claim

California Gov. Gavin Newsome used Elon Musk's own livestream to criticize the tech billionaire for spreading misinformation about the state's water shortage.

Salon · Jan 13, 2025

Fox host: LA fire vics will turn on Dems

Rachel Campos Duffy blamed the "liberal policies" supported by wildfire victims for their torched homes

The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025

Lawsuit claims utility's equipment sparked devastating Eaton Fire, but investigation still ongoing

A lawsuit filed against Southern California Edison claims the utility’s equipment sparked the deadly Eaton Fire burning just outside Los Angeles

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The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025

'PDS' warnings were made to grab attention in tornadoes, hurricanes, and now wildfires.

The National Weather Service’s Los Angeles page screams ‘Particularly Dangerous Situation’ in hot pink letters against a gray background

International Business Times · Jan 13, 2025

Starbucks Is Forcing Workers To Show Up in Areas In Danger Due To LA Wildfires: Union

SB Workers United claims workers were being required to work in areas where the air quality is unsafe.

Fortune · Jan 13, 2025

IRS extends tax deadline for those affected by California wildfires

Citizens of Los Angeles affected by the wildfires no longer need to worry about filing their taxes by April 15.

International Business Times · Jan 13, 2025

Search For Bodies As LA Firefighters Brace For More Wind

Search teams looking for people killed in devastating Los Angeles blazes moved from house to house Monday, as firefighters girded for hurricane-force winds that could spark further flare-ups.

Top News · Jan 13, 2025

Santa Ana Winds Spark Fire Concerns In Southern California

Stay alert as Southern California faces heightened fire risk with Santa Ana winds. Ventura and Los Angeles counties experience gusts up to 47 mph, with pot...

Capital & Main · Jan 13, 2025

As Los Angeles Burns, Immigrants Mobilize

Fearing little help from FEMA, they are clearing downed trees and marshaling support for their community.

Guitar World · Jan 13, 2025

“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

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