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Maps and images expose extent of Los Angeles wildfire destruction
Fires tearing through the Los Angeles area have killed at least 24 people, displaced thousands of others and destroyed more than 12,000 structures while burning through an area larger than San Francisco.
These maps and images illustrate the immense scale of the challenge, highlighting where the fires are raging and the devastation they have left behind.
The largest blaze, located in the Pacific Palisades area, has become the most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history, with over 23,000 acres already scorched.
The dramatic level of destruction in some places was evident in a comparison of satellite images taken before and after the fire.
A swath of about 250 homes in an Altadena neighborhood, dotted with the green canopies of leafy trees and aquamarine swimming pools, was reduced to rubble.
Only a few homes were left standing in the images provided by Maxar Technologies.
As the fires continue to rage in some areas, the Wildland Fire Interagency Geospatial Services Group provides updates on active and recent incidents, using satellite-based detection systems.
The maps below show areas where burning activity was identified within the past 24 hours.
The number of people officials have told to evacuate has dropped in recent days, but authorities cautioned that more evacuations could be ordered when high winds return this week.
Additional fires are possible, and the wind could spread the ongoing fires. So officials urge residents to be prepared to evacuate if needed and make a plan for their families.
Even after an evacuation order is lifted, it still might not be safe to return home due to damaged gas and electric lines and other hazards.
The number of people under evacuation orders in Los Angeles County has dropped to under 100,000 by Monday, 13 January.
Most of the destruction has been from the Eaton Fire near Pasadena and the Palisades Fire, in a wealthy enclave along the Pacific Coast. Firefighters have made progress on both fronts in recent days, with the Eaton Fire roughly one-third contained.
In California, record-breaking fires in 2017 and 2018 destroyed communities and damaged or destroyed thousands of structures. According to reports and statistics, California’s 20 most destructive wildfires, measured in terms of structures burned, have occurred between 2015-2025.
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In the caption accompanying the photo, Dikeh had written, “My family over everything… You see this my little tiny family.” Her response to fans’ queries has shed light on the situation, putting rumors to rest.
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Renowned actress Dalyce Curry, celebrated for her iconic roles in Blues Brothers, Lady Sings the Blues, and The 10 Commandments, has passed away at the age of 95. Her life was tragically cut short when her Altadena home was ravaged by the Eaton Fire, a devastating wildfire that swept through areas east of Los Angeles.
According to reports, Curry’s granddaughter was the last to see her, dropping her off at her residence on Tuesday, January 7. The wildfire erupted later that day, prompting widespread evacuations and chaos in the region.
Despite efforts to locate Curry, her granddaughter was unable to access the area due to police barricades. It wasn’t until Sunday, January 12, that authorities confirmed the actress had perished inside her home during the fire.
Curry’s passing is one of at least 24 fatalities linked to the Los Angeles wildfires. Her legacy in the film industry and the memories she leaves behind will be cherished by fans and loved ones alike.
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