2025 begins with one of the deadliest disasters in California’s history. The whole city is being destroyed by the chain of wildfires across Los Angeles. Flames continue to erupt in the town, turning the wildfire into one of California’s most horrifying tragedies.
Three huge blazes had already swept through the area but one stood
out for its sheer ferocity. No one knows exactly what started the fire.
On January 7th, a devastating wildfire broke out in the Palisade region destroying over 12,000 structures in the state. Nearly 40,588 acres of land have been scorched and the fight against fire is still not over.
As a talkative, we are committed to bringing you a quick update about the latest fire update and recent situation.
A VW van sits among burned-out homes, Jan. 9, 2025, in Malibu, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
What caused a fire in California in 2025?
California’s wildfires are devastating and already the worst in history. But how did it all start? Was it an everpresent scapegoat for climate change or is it human negligence?
According to the officials, California’s wildfires are a combination of natural and anthropogenic factors like,
- Climate change
- Lighting strikes
- Dry climate
- Strong winds(Santa Ana winds)
California’s wildfires are the perfect storm: dry land, dry air, and winds ready to fan any spark into an unstoppable blaze.
How much of LA is on the fire map?
As of 14th January, three main fires were still raging in Los Angeles.
Palisade fire: The Palisade fire has burned through 9596 hectares.
Eaton fire: The Eaton fire has burned through 1513 hectares.
Hurst fire: The Hurst fire has burned through 323 hectares.
What do we know about victims killed in the California wildfire?
At least 24 people have died with thousands of residents evacuated in these devastating wildfires. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise as the fire continues burning the city.
What are Santa Ana winds and how are they impacting the LA wildfires?
Multiple wildfires in California have destroyed thousands of structures in the area but not even the wildest part, Santa Ana winds hit the city and making it nearly impossible to contain the fire.
Santa Ana winds are strong, dry, and warm winds with high-pressure systems.
The wildfires are fueled by Santa Ana winds making it a full-blown crisis.
Here’s how they impacted the fire.
- High wind speed intensifies the flames.
- Extreme dryness sparking new fires.
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