Los Angeles Wildfires Devastate Community, Force Mass Evacuations and Destruction
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
On January 7, 2025, Los Angeles County experienced multiple wildfires, with the Palisades fire becoming the most destructive in the city's history, burning over 17,000 acres and resulting in at least five fatalities and the loss of over 2,000 buildings. Significant evacuations affected more than 130,000 residents, and nearly 400,000 Californians experienced power outages. Efforts to contain the fires are complicated by strong winds and limited water supplies, raising concerns among local officials regarding the fires' impact on the community and infrastructure.
