Los Angeles, CA|News|
GoFundMe Aid Could Stymie Wildfire Victims From Getting FEMA Funds
FEMA warned wildfire victims this week that receiving funds from GoFundMe could affect eligibility. What to know.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
CA Wildfires
The latest news from fire season in California.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
'First Step' In Bringing Wildfire Victims Back Home Begins: Officials
Those displaced by the Palisades and Eaton fires are eager to return home. Here's what needs to happen before evacuation orders are lifted.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
These LA Film Landmarks Are Lost To The Eaton, Palisades Fires
Wildfires engulfed film-credited icons like the "Hacks" Mansion and the high school featured in "Carrie" and "Freaky Friday."
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Arson Suspects Admit To Liking The Smell, Chaos And Destruction: LAPD
At least four people have been arrested in connection with fires set since the outbreak of LA's catastrophic fires.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Fires: 'Last Push' With Dangerous Winds Ahead As Toxic Air Lingers
Find out the latest about the blazes that have destroyed some 63 square miles of Los Angeles County.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Fire Victims Sue LADWP: 'Water Supply System Failed Miserably'
Survivors of the Palisades Fire are suing LADWP, alleging city water supply issues hindered firefighters' ability to battle the blaze.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
'Nobody's Dying': A Look Inside How A Senior Home Evacuated Before Burning Down In LA Wildfire
Around 850 patients and residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and group homes were evacuated after the blazes last week.
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Man Runs Over Officer's Foot Trying To Enter Palisades Fire Area: PD
A Malibu man was arrested in Santa Monica as a result of his violent attempts to get into the Palisades Fire evacuation area, police said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
A Retro Blue VW Van Miraculously Survives Deadly Los Angeles Fire
"It makes no sense why this happened. It should have been toasted, but here we are."
Los Angeles, CA|News|
CA Fire Photos: Strong Winds Return As Fires Continue To Burn
See photos as firefighters continue to tame fires in anticipation of strengthening winds and residents are left to pick up the pieces.
Peggy Newell, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
It Could Cost $250 Billion To Rebuild LA After Deadly Fires: Report
Accuweather has nearly doubled its preliminary estimate of the total damage and economic loss to between $250 billion and $275 billion.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Fire Victims Will Get $770 Payments, Biden Announces
President Biden announced $770 one-time payments for victims of LA wildfires, here's how to get yours.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Toxic Wildfire Ash Danger May Not Be Reflected In AQI: Officials
Windblown ash from wildfires could pose health risks across Southern California this week. Here's what you need to know.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Highland Fire Ignites In RivCo, Smoke Visible From I-10
Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department raced to the scene of a vegetation fire showing smoke near Banning, the Pass Area.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
High Winds Have Worsened CA Wildfires. What Makes Them?
Here's a deeper look at the science behind wind, including what it is, what causes it and how it behaves in the geography around SoCal.
Across California|News|
Map: How Big Are The LA Fires? Use This Tool To Overlay Them Atop Where You Live
The fires sweeping across Los Angeles County for the past week have burned more than 40,000 acres.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
'Danger Has Not Yet Passed': Eaton Fire Grows Containment
Firefighters gained containment Tuesday while battling the deadly Eaton Fire, which now stands at 14,117 acres with 35% containment.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Palisades Fire Acreage Holds As Crews Increase Containment To 18%
"We've had a productive 24 hours," Cal Fire Capt. Jim Hudson said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Fires: Winds To Intensify, Unsafe Drinking Water Adds To Crisis
Here's the latest on the SoCal fire catastrophe that has killed at least 24 people in Los Angeles.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Beyonce's Foundation Donates $2.5M To Families Affected by Eaton Fire
Beyoncé's BeyGood Foundation will donate to families who lost homes in the Altadena and Pasadena areas and to churches and community centers
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Small Airborne Embers Play A Big Role In The Spread Of Wildfires
Most homes destroyed by wildfires aren’t overcome by a racing wall of flames, but rather burn after being ignited by airborne embers.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
1 Charged With Arson, 9 With Looting In Devastating LA Fires
From a man impersonating a firefighter to an arrest made after an Emmy Award was stolen from a home, dozens of arrests have been made.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Map Of Homes Destroyed In Eaton Fire
With more than 7,000 structures damaged in the Eaton Fire and many unable to return home, authorities mapped the destruction.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Fire Victims Sue SCE: 'Quit Lighting The 5th Largest Economy On Fire'
People impacted by the Eaton Fire are suing SCE, alleging the utility company failed to de-energize electrical equipment despite warnings.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Lack Of Brush Clearance Questioned As Palisades Fire Rages: Report
Here's what a handful of experts and fire officials had to say about the effects of brush management and last week's disastrous windstorm.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Palisades Fire Likely Had 'Human Origins:' Report
Investigators believe the Palisades Fire was likely started but human activity, possibly by fireworks, according to a report.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Map Of Homes Destroyed In Palisades Fire
With more than 5,000 structures damaged in the Palisades Fire and many unable to return home, authorities mapped the destruction.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
FireAid Benefit Concert Aims To Support LA Wildfire Victims
The FireAid special benefit concert aims to provide support to those who lost everything in LA's devastating wildfires.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
RivCo Firefighters Find Family Heirlooms Thought Lost In Altadena
Cal Fire/Riverside County firefighters combed through Eaton Fire victims' homes to find wedding rings, watches, and hope amid the rubble.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Fires: 24 Dead, 34 Arrested, 'Hurricane' Force Winds Ahead
Here's the latest on the catastrophic wildfires that have displaced thousands and destroyed coastal and inland reaches of Los Angeles.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
90MPH Hurricane-Force Winds May Hit SoCal Amid Extreme Fire Risk
The Southland is bracing for more winds that could spark new fires, cause outages, spur more evacuations and bedevil firefighting efforts.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Power Shutoffs Expected In These Places As Fires Rage In SoCal
With 70-90 mph winds in the forecast and deadly fires still burning, electric customers were facing another week of possible shutoffs.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Palisades Fire: 8 Dead, 24K Acres Burned As Crews Prep For More Wind
Despite "close-to hurricane-force winds" returning, firefighters say they're optimistic they can increase containment of the Palisades Fire.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Eaton Fire: Containment Stands As Repopulation Efforts Begin
The Eaton fire stands at 33 percent contained and officials remain optimistic despite forecasts of "hurricane force winds."
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Most LAUSD Schools To Reopen Monday, Officials Announce
Most schools and offices in the Los Angeles Unified School District will reopen on Monday, district officials announced.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Historic Places Razed In Eaton, Palisades Fires
Nearly 40 historic places have been destroyed in what officials have called the most devastating wildfires in LA County history.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Fires: 24 Dead, 62 Miles Burned, Major Threat Looms
Firefighters are battling to protect hard-fought containment lines as another powerful Santa Ana windstorm moves in.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Palisades Fire: 8 Dead, 23,700 Acres Burn; Looter Disguised As Fireman
At least eight people have been killed in the Palisades Fire, and four more remain missing. Gov. Newsom signed a fast-track recovery order.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Eaton Fire: 16 Dead As Containment Grows And Winds Pick Up
More people remain missing in the fire that has consumed 14,117 acres and was 27 percent contained Sunday.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Eaton Fire Burns 14,117 Acres As Crews Gain Some Ground: 'Warzone'
Containment of the Eaton Fire had grown to 27 percent as of Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
