California fires live updates: Biden to give remarks on fire response
Biden approved a major disaster declaration.
Sunset Fire breaks out overnight in Hollywood Hill
Sunset Fire breaks out overnight in Hollywood Hills
The Sunset Fire ignited just north of Hollywood Boulevard as the Palisades Fire grew quickly to over 17,000 acres, becoming the most destructive fire in L.A. history.
At least five people are dead and many more are injured as a series of devastating fires grow uncontained across Southern California amid dry and windy conditions, leaving officials scrambling to contain the historic destruction.
Thousands of firefighters are battling at least five sprawling wildfires spread around the Los Angeles area, as well as several smaller blazes. Thousands of structures have been damaged or destroyed and more than 100,000 people evacuated as uncontrolled infernos spread.
The scale of the damage and disruption wrought in Los Angeles is unprecedented, with state and federal authorities mobilizing to fight the fires and support those forced to flee. President Joe Biden on Wednesday approved a federal major disaster declaration for Los Angeles County.
Here’s how the news is developing.
Tracking active Southern California wildfires
Five major wildfires are currently burning in the Los Angeles area, according to Cal Fire.
The Palisades Fire began in the Pacific Palisades area of the city on Tuesday. It has so far burned 17,234 acres and is at 0% containment. More than 1,000 structures have been damaged or destroyed.
The Eaton Fire, north of Pasedna, began on Tuesday. It expanded to 10,600 acres and is at 0% containment. Five people have died in the fire and up to 500 structures have been damaged or destroyed.
The Hurst Fire in Sylmar, northwest of San Fernando, began on Tuesday and has burned 855 acres. It is at 10% containment.
The Lidia Fire erupted on Wednesday on the northwest edge of the Angeles National Forest. It has grown to 348 acres and is at 40% containment.
The Sunset Fire broke out above West Hollywood on Wednesday. It is at 43 acres and 0% containment.2 New Updates
Biden to give remarks on California fires
President Joe Biden will give remarks on the response to the California fires following President Jimmy Carter’s memorial service.
Biden approved a major disaster declaration and ordered federal assistance to supplement response efforts in areas affected by wildfires.