The death toll from the wildfires in Los Angeles has reached at least 24, with 16 in Eaton and 8 in Palisades, while 16 people remain missing, according to the “NYT.” Local officials warn that the number of deaths may rise further.
Although the fires have been contained, meteorological services have issued a red fire danger alert from Monday night to Wednesday morning due to strong winds. This is the fourth such alert issued in Los Angeles since November, a rare occurrence as red alerts are typically issued less than once a year.
The red fire danger alert has been issued for the fourth time since November in Los Angeles, a rare occurrence that typically happens only every few years.
According to expert forecasts, wind speeds are expected to decrease on Thursday and remain low throughout the weekend.
Although the cause of the fires remains unclear, the “NYT” reports that power lines near the Eaton and Palisades hotspots are likely to be the source.
The strong winds, combined with dry conditions from a “dry” winter following a hot summer, fueled the rapid spread of the fires. A total of approximately 162 square kilometers have been burned by the fires that began on Tuesday in Los Angeles.
