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The number of people killed in the fire in Los Angeles, California, United States has increased to 24. More than 12,000 structures have been burnt to ashes in this fire so far. In the meantime, new fears have appeared in the forecast of stormy winds. There is a danger that the fire will spread further.
British media including BBC, AFP, CNN, Guardian, Reuters and other international media reported this information.
According to the report, California Governor Gavin Newsom confirmed the death of 24 people in the fire. He called the wildfires the most devastating natural disaster in US history. Among the dead were eight in the Palisades fire zone and 16 in the Eaton fire zone.
Australian-born former child actor Rory Sykes was among those killed, local authorities said. He acted in the British TV show ‘Kiddy Capers’ in the 1990s.
Earlier this week, dry Santa Ana winds from the desert were blowing at almost hurricane force, British news agency Reuters reported. Yesterday, the firemen survived with a gasp as the wind decreased. However, it is feared that this slightly favorable situation will not last long.
According to the US National Weather Service, many places have not seen rain since last April. As a result, Santa Ana could once again be moving at 80 to 112 km/h from Sunday night into Wednesday local time.
Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Maroney said at a news conference, “All of Los Angeles County will be at high risk of fire due to gusty winds with low moisture.” The alert may be lifted on Thursday. Then maybe people will get permission to return to their area.
According to reports, the fire that started in the Palisades region of Los Angeles has spread over 23,600 acres and is only 11 percent contained. The Eaton area fire is burning 14,000 acres and is only 15 percent contained.
A ‘fire tornado’ has reportedly been seen in California’s San Fernando Valley. More than 12 thousand structures were damaged or destroyed in this fire. More than 1 lakh people have been evacuated. Homes of many actors like Anthony Hopkins, Paris Hilton, Mel Gibson and Billy Crystal were also burnt down in the fire.
Meanwhile, the BBC says that the fire in Los Angeles in the United States has not been brought under control even in six days. The fire has spread to new areas by changing the opposite direction. A new threat has appeared in the storm forecast. The fire has re-entered Britain Woods and the San Fernando Valley.
Meanwhile, many areas in Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, Lydia, Hurst and Archer are still under control. Meanwhile, the Palisades fire has spread to another 1,000 acres.
Wind gusts of up to 60 miles per hour are expected Sunday night into Wednesday morning in Los Angeles and Ventura counties, according to the National Weather Service forecast. In addition, the fire caused pollution in the air of Los Angeles.
The local administration has ordered closure of schools and colleges due to unhealthy air. Residents have been advised not to step out of their homes unless necessary and to wear masks. The US National Weather Service has issued a fire warning for Los Angeles and surrounding areas for next week as well.
