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Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises to 24 as Winds Threaten to Undo Progress

Firefighters Face Critical Challenges Amid Dangerous Conditions

Firefighters in Los Angeles are battling relentless wildfires that have raged for nearly a week. While crews have made progress, the National Weather Service warns that “extremely critical” conditions, fueled by the return of dangerous winds, could reignite the threat and spread the fires further.

Rising Death Toll and Missing Persons

The wildfires have claimed the lives of at least 24 people, with dozens still missing. California Governor Gavin Newsom has cautioned that the death toll is likely to rise as recovery efforts continue.

Evacuation Orders Impact Thousands

Over 92,000 residents in Los Angeles County have been ordered to evacuate, with an additional 89,000 under evacuation warnings. Authorities are urging residents across the region, from Ventura to San Diego, to prepare for possible evacuation as conditions worsen.

Record-Breaking Destruction

The Eaton and Palisades Fires rank among California’s most destructive wildfires, holding the second and fourth positions, respectively. Combined with the Hurst Fire, these blazes have scorched approximately 60 square miles — an area larger than Paris.

A Desperate Need for Rain in Southern California

Unseasonal Dryness Worsens Fire Risk

Southern California, typically experiencing significant rainfall by January, remains bone-dry this year. According to CNN Meteorologist Mary Gilbert, the lack of winter rain and mountain snow has left the region vulnerable to sparks and the strong Santa Ana winds, which exacerbate the fire risk.

January is usually Southern California’s second-wettest month, but no measurable rain has fallen in Los Angeles. Severe drought conditions now stretch along the Santa Barbara-Los Angeles-San Diego corridor, as reported by the US Drought Monitor.

No Rain in Sight

To mitigate the wildfire threat, the region needs several days of soaking rain to saturate the soil and reduce fire susceptibility. Unfortunately, forecasts predict no significant rainfall for at least the next seven days, with below-average precipitation expected through early February, Southern California’s typically wettest period.

A Grim Outlook

The extended dry spell leaves the region in dire need of a drastic weather shift. Without meaningful rain, Southern California remains at the mercy of its increasingly volatile fire season.

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