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LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- The massive Eaton Fire and the Palisades Fire continue burning in Southern California days after erupting amid a powerful windstorm. The Palisades Fire has forced new evacuations as it moves toward the 405, threatening homes in Brentwood and Mandeville Canyon.
- 14,117 acres - 15% contained - Approximately 7,081 structures believed to be damaged or destroyed (structures includes vehicles) - 6 deaths - 4 firefighter injuries
Kenneth Fire in West Hills
- 1,052 acres
- 50% contained
Hurst Fire in Sylmar
- 771 acres
- 70% contained
Lidia Fire in Acton area
- 395 acres - 100% contained
Jan 08, 2025, 7:38 AM GMT
Wildfires force closure of schools across SoCal
Multiple school districts have decided to close all campuses due to the wildfires burning in Southern California. The following school districts are closed Wednesday:
- Asuza Unified School District - Temple City Unified School District - Monrovia Unified schools - Burbank Unified School District schools and school district offices - Arcadia Unified School District - All Glendale Unified School District schools, childcare operations, and district offices - Pasadena Unified School District
Jan 08, 2025, 7:37 AM GMT
New brush fire erupts in Sylmar, prompting mandatory evacuation orders
Mandatory evacuation orders were issued after a brush fire broke out in Sylmar that has reached the 210 Freeway.
The called Hurst Fire is burning approximately 100 acres with a rapid rate of speed.
Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for North of the 210 Freeway from Roxford to the interstate 5/14 split. Evacuation warnings were issued for the 5 Freeway, to Woodley/ Balboa, to Lahey Street, to Zelzah Avenue. Those not in the evacuation area are asked to shelter in place.
The Los Angeles Fire Department urges residents to "pack all people and pets into [their] vehicle and leave the area immediately".
Jan 08, 2025, 6:19 AM GMT
Eaton Fire damages homes in Altadena
Several structures on a residential street in Altadena were on fire as the fast-moving Eaton Fire burns out of control.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for the Eaton Fire. The governor issued a state of emergency earlier in the day for the fire in the Pacific Palisades.
Several structures on a residential street in Altadena were on fire as a fast-moving brush fire burns out of control.
Jan 08, 2025, 6:13 AM GMT
Firefighter injured in line of duty as crews continued to battle Palisades Fire
A 25-year-old female firefighter sustained a serious head injury in the line of duty as crews continued to battle the growing Palisades Fire, according to Erik Scott, public information officer for the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The incident happened at approximately 8:30 p.m. She received immediate treatment at the scene and was transported to a local hospital.
Around 9 p.m., multiple burn victims were seen walking to a nearby restaurant. They were evaluated and treated at the scene. It is unclear how many victims were burned.
No further information was immediately available regarding the condition of the firefighter or the burn victims.
