Multiple wind-driven wildfires are raging across parts of Los Angeles, consuming thousands of acres and forcing residents to evacuate while firefighters battle to bring them under control. As of Thursday, five major wildfires were posing threats to lives and property in the area.
The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire, the two largest blazes, had not been contained since they began on Tuesday, with additional fires breaking out in the county due to high winds and low humidity, fueling the rapid spread of flames.
Weather forecasters warned of continued Santa Ana winds and a critical fire weather risk on Thursday, presenting a challenging situation for fire crews. The ongoing wildfires have prompted thousands of evacuations as authorities work to protect communities.
Here is an overview of the status of each wildfire in terms of containment and spread:
Palisades Fire: The Palisades Fire, which has ravaged parts of the coastal Pacific Palisades area, had burned over 17,000 acres by Thursday morning and remained 0% contained.
Eaton Fire: Covering around 10,600 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the Eaton Fire was also 0% contained by Thursday morning, having caused extensive damage in Altadena and Pasadena and resulting in at least five fatalities.
Hurst Fire: The Hurst Fire, which started near the Olive View-UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, burned 855 acres and was 10% contained by Thursday morning.
Lidia Fire: Originating in Acton near the Antelope Valley, the Lidia Fire had burned 348 acres and was 40% contained as of Thursday morning.
Sunset Fire: Burning in the Hollywood Hills, the Sunset Fire had scorched nearly 43 acres by Thursday morning and was listed as 0% contained, with some evacuation orders lifted in certain areas.
Woodley Fire: Discovered in the Sepulveda Basin northwest of Los Angeles, the Woodley Fire was fully contained by Thursday night after burning a total of 30 acres, with no current threats reported.
Officials continue to monitor and respond to the evolving situation, working to protect lives and property amid challenging fire conditions in the region.
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