Now harmful chemicals, which may include asbestos, lead, mercury and other heavy metals, are present in the ash that blankets the burn zones. That’s a health hazard for everyone, but especially residents sifting through wreckage without proper protective gear.
The L.A. fires took their field, uniforms and equipment, but Pali High's players are determined to field a team, and win a championship.
Meryl Streep experienced a close call while trying to evacuate during the LA Fires earlier this month. Meryl's nephew, Abe Streep, detailed his aunt's scary encounter.
More than 200 people attended a forum on recovering from the Pacific Palisades fire on Sunday, where they pressed officials on an array of issues.
Jan. 22, 10:30 a.m. PST Cal Fire data marked the Palisades Fire at 68% containment and the Eaton Fire at 91% containment, listing no other active fires in Los Angeles as a red flag warning is in effect for much the region until Friday evening.
Stories of survival are emerging in the aftermath of the Palisades and Eaton Canyon fires – from people who are amazed to find out their homes survived.
Palisades Fire initially started 10:30 a.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. It has burned 23,448 acres after being active for 20 days. A crew of 1,043 firefighters has been working on site and they managed to contain 94% of the fire by Monday afternoon. The blaze's cause remains under investigation.
The forms give permission to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to enter properties for debris cleanup at no cost to residents.
Chris Kasparian led Palisades Park with 30 points in its 57-44 win against Koinonia in Plainfield. Leading 28-27, Palisades Park (3-13) extended its lead over Koinonia with a 13-9 third quarter to lead, 41-36. Palisades Park added to its lead with a 16-8 fourth quarter to win, 57-44.
Frustrated Palisades fire victims confront officials over 18-month debris removal timeline as thousands navigate complex rebuilding process.
Nonprofit Unite to Light and the James S. Bower Foundation partner with Dragon Q Energy to install 10 PowerPoles across Santa Barbara County.