Friday, 12:36 p.m. PST Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced another eight people were charged for crimes linked to the wildfires in Los Angeles, bringing the total to 17 as the accused face charges such as looting, arson and impersonation of a firefighter.

The Clay fire, which broke out Tuesday in a river bottom in Riverside County east of Los Angeles, quickly spread to nearly 40 acres. But by Tuesday night, crews had stopped its progress and were doing “extensive mop-up operations,” Riverside officials said. It was 40 percent contained as of 4 a.m. Wednesday, according to Cal Fire.

First came the fires. Then, there was ash and contaminated water. Now, some survivors of the Southern California wildfires are dealing with outbreaks of norovirus and other stomach ailments at a shelter set up to help evacuees.

For many African Americans who built their lives and businesses in historically Black communities like Altadena, the combined loss of generational wealth and personal heirlooms is indescribable.

Surviving a disaster like the Eaton and Palisades wildfires can take a severe psychological toll, and the county is aiming to provide support for those in shelters and other evacuation settings.

Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley said that the fire department has deployed all available resources and positioned fire patrols and engines in high-risk areas across Los Angeles.

Insurance providers could charge policyholders a “supplemental fee” if the state’s insurer of last resort runs out of money.

The blaze has burned just over 14,000 acres near Pasadena. It is 89% contained. This fire has burned 80 acres in San Diego County and is 30% contained. Jacey Fortin The Friars fire burned a few acres in San Diego’s Mission Valley neighborhood Tuesday afternoon,

In response, popular memecoin cat in a dogs world (MEW) has pledged a $10,000 donation to the Pasadena Humane Organization to support their emergency efforts. The organization is providing critical care for animals affected by the wildfires, including medical treatment, shelter, and rehabilitation for those in need.

Eaton Fire initially started 6:18 p.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. Since its discovery two weeks ago, it has burned 14,021 acres. A fire crew of 2,104 has been working on site and, as of Tuesday evening, they managed to contain 89% of the fire. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.

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