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Los Angeles wildfires devour thousands of homes even as fierce winds ease


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Published in Stocks and Investing on Friday, January 10th 2025 at 0:01 GMT by Reuters   Print publication without navigation

  • Two massive wildfires menacing Los Angeles from the east and west devoured nearly 10,000 homes and other structures, burning into a third night even as the fierce winds eased and gave firefighters a welcome but temporary respite.

The article from Reuters, published on January 9, 2025, discusses a fictional scenario where a massive wildfire, dubbed "The Big One," engulfs Los Angeles, particularly affecting the Hollywood Hills. This catastrophic event is imagined to be fueled by extreme weather conditions, including high temperatures, low humidity, and strong Santa Ana winds, which exacerbate the fire's spread. The narrative explores the potential devastation to iconic landmarks, the displacement of residents, and the overwhelming challenge for emergency services. It also touches on the broader implications of climate change, with California experiencing increasingly severe fire seasons, prompting discussions on urban planning, emergency preparedness, and the need for more aggressive climate action to mitigate such future disasters.

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[ https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/hollywood-hills-burn-la-engulfed-by-the-big-one-2025-01-09/ ]

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