Southern California wildfires by numbers

Progress made in containment of deadly Southern California Eaton and Palisades fires
Over a week after destructive wildfires erupted in the Los Angeles area, fire crews have made progress with containment and stopped the growth of the Eaton and Palisades fires.
Southern California wildfires by the numbers: Location, size, containment and more
Although the cause of each blaze has yet to be determined, they all burned in or near foothill communities amid gusty winds and dry air and vegetation.
The ‘magic bus’ that survived the Southern California wildfires
In travel news this week: the world’s 50 best cities according to Time Out, huge religious festivals in Italy and India, plus the little blue bus that faced down wildfires and is ready to hit the road.
L.A. Fires Live Updates: Progress in Southern California containment efforts as winds weaken
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 27 people. The Palisades and Eaton wildfires continue to burn in California today. Here are the latest updates.
How did the Southern California wildfires get so intense so quickly?
As of Jan. 10, the official causes of the fires were unknown. However, one factor that is known to have quickly hastened the flames' spread is the powerful Santa Ana winds. These fierce winds — common from September through May — had maximum gust speeds of nearly 100 miles per hour, allowing embers and flames to quickly reach new fuel sources.
Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size
Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.
Southern California's winds weakening; at least 25 dead, 26 missing amid wildfires
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 25 people. The Palisades and Eaton fires continue to burn in Southern California.
How the Southern California wildfires are impacting Hollywood
The wildfires have devastated Southern California, burning more than 40,000 acres, and destroying 12,000+ structures. The blaze has also had severe ripple effects on the economy, including one of Southern California's most prominent industries: entertainment.
Southern California in ‘uncharted territory’ as fire weather returns all next week
Another round of fire weather could last for much of next week in Southern California, bringing new dangers as Pacific ...
Southern California’s toughest spots to find an apartment
Southern Californians face fewer options with 5% vacancy vs. 6% nationwide. And there are far fewer new apartments: 2% of the ...
Southern California under a high wind watch Monday and Tuesday, says the NWS
The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA issued a high wind watch at 12:06 p.m. on Saturday valid from Monday 4 p.m. until Tuesday noon.
Southern California is extremely dry. Here's how bad the drought is in the region.
How dry is it in Southern California? See the drought levels and recent rainfall totals for several counties in the region.
Insurance commissioner expands moratorium protections for Southern California fire areas
The California insurance commissioner expanded the emergency protections covered by his recent moratorium for Southern ...
Fire weather watch issued for Southern California for Monday and Tuesday, says the NWS
A fire weather watch was issued by the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA on Friday at 1:54 p.m. valid from Monday 10 a.m. until ...
California's Fire-Prone Areas May Become Too Costly To Live In
Rising home prices and insurance premiums in the aftermath of the fires could make Southern California unaffordable for many residents.
2 inmates from Southern California suspects in deadly prison yard attack
Two inmates from Southern California are suspects in a deadly attack on a third inmate at California State Prison (SAC), ...