Los Angeles Wildfires: 16 Dead and 166,000 Evacuated Amid Budget Cuts and Controversy
Los Angeles wildfires have led to 16 fatalities, extensive evacuations, and faced scrutiny over budget cuts impacting firefighting efforts and preparedness.
The American Red Cross has been receiving a flood of support following the recent California wildfires as the nonprofit organization continues to respond to the destruction.
American Red Cross gets a flood of support following California wildfires
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The death toll from the southern California wildfires reached 16, as of Saturday night, while the fires remained mostly uncontained and additional evacuation orders were underway.
Death toll from southern California wildfires rises to 16
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The level of devastation is jarring even in a state that regularly confronts massive wildfires.
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Death toll from California wildfires rises to 16: LA Medical Examiner
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As crews work to contain the inferno, LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley is facing criticism for prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion within the department.
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As California fire officials are still getting to the bottom of what sparked the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, and politicians point fingers at one another, climate change is helping drive an increase in large wildfires in the U.S.
Crews race to contain LA wildfires as menacing winds may ramp up: Live updates
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No cause has been determined for the largest fires and early estimates indicate the wildfires could be the nation’s costliest ever.
Photos: Los Angeles counties before and after the deadly wildfires
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County supervisor Lindsey Horvath said the LA area 'had another night of unimaginable terror and heartbreak, and even more Angelenos evacuated due to the north-east expansion of the Palisades fire'.
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The level of devastation is jarring even in a state that regularly confronts massive wildfires.
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks
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Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks
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LA Mayor Karen Bass, who faces a critical test of her leadership as her city endures its greatest crisis in decades, said several smaller fires also were stopped. The level of devastation is jarring even in a state that regularly confronts massive wildfires.
Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office confirms wildfire death toll rises to 16
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“Even the 50 brave firefighters had no water all day,” she said.
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Summary
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have resulted in 16 fatalities, with over 166,000 residents evacuated. The blazes have destroyed approximately 12,000 structures and scorched over 38,000 acres. Firefighters are struggling to contain the fires, complicated by strong winds and insufficient resources amid a $17.4 million budget cut to the LAFD for 2025. Criticism has been directed at LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley regarding her focus on diversity initiatives and the impact of budget cuts on firefighting capabilities. A state of emergency has been declared, and an investigation into water supply issues affecting firefighting efforts has been initiated.
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