LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- At least 25 people are believed to be dead and more than a dozen others remain unaccounted for as multiple wildfires, fueled by severe drought conditions and strong Santa Ana winds, continue to rage across Southern California, leaving fire crews scrambling to contain the historic destruction.
Here are all the current wildfires burning in Southern California at a glance.
As a result of the devastation caused by the Los Angeles-area wildfires, residents countywide will have additional time this year to file their federal and state income taxes.
Normally set on April 15, the tax filing deadline for Los Angeles County residents and businesses will now be Oct. 15, according to the Internal Revenue Service and the governor's office.
More than 200 employees at Jet Propulsion Laboratory have been impacted by the Southern California fires, according to Director Laurie Leshin.
She posted a statement on X Tuesday, saying the employees had "lost everything."
She also said the lab remains closed except for essential activities, saying she will share more on Thursday.
"We will ensure the Lab is safe before fully reopening & ensure those in need of extra flexibility are supported," Leshin wrote. "Sending love and strength to our whole community. Thanks to all who have supported the relief fund so far!"
A Caltech and JPL Disaster Relief Fund has been set up to help wildfire victims. To learn more, click here.
An arson suspect who was arrested Tuesday in Pacoima admitted he started a small fire that burned a tree "because he liked the smell of burning leaves," according to Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell.
Speaking at a Wednesday morning news conference, McDonnell said officers responded about 5:15 p.m. to a radio call of a possible arsonist in the area of Glenoaks and Van Nuys boulevards.
A citizen had extinguished the fire and detained the suspect, who was then arrested by police.
The suspect was booked on suspicion of arson. His name was not released.
Hours later, around 9:30 p.m., firefighters responded to multiple reports of a suspect setting multiple piles of trash on fire near the intersection of Vermont Avenue and Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood.
The firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze and officers took the unidentified suspect into custody, McDonnell said.
"The suspect admitted to setting multiple fires that day and stated that she enjoyed causing chaos and destruction," the police chief said. She was booked for arson.
The two suspects were taken into custody outside of the burn areas of the Eaton and Palisades fires. There was no immediate indication that they were connected to the major fires burning in Los Angeles County.
"As we continue to manage this historic, catastrophic event, we want to express our gratitude to everyone who has provided tips and remained vigilant in keeping the city safe," McDonnell said.
Efforts are underway to reunite people with their lost pets in the wake of the devastating fires in Los Angeles County.
During a Wednesday morning press conference, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell announced that a new dedicated phone line was established to specifically assist with inquires related to pets affected by the fire.
Anyone who is looking for their animal in the fire zone areas can call (213) 270- 8155 for assistance.
