Firefighters in Los Angeles are facing an uphill battle as strong winds threaten to intensify the ongoing wildfire crisis. Two massive blazes—the Eaton Fire near Pasadena and the Palisades Fire along the coast—remain largely uncontained, while new fires continue to ignite in the parched region. Since January 1, more than a dozen wildfires have broken out, fueled by dry brush and months without rain. -- Meanwhile, the search for victims continues. Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna confirmed 24 fatalities and cautioned that the toll may rise, with more than two dozen people still missing. -- More than 12,000 structures have been destroyed, with four major fires burning over 62 square miles in Southern California. Winds up to 65 mph are forecast, increasing the risk of flare-ups and grounding firefighting aircraft. At least 24 people are confirmed dead, with dozens still missing as evacuation orders affect nearly 100,000 residents. -- https://mxmnews.com/article/210e0d7b-4097-4ac4-ac7b-599be43d3e49
