Los Angeles Wildfires: Devastation, Survival, and Recovery

Wildfires raging across Los Angeles have resulted in 10 deaths and destroyed approximately 10,000 structures. The Palisades and Eaton Fires are among the most destructive in the city's history. Efforts to rebuild and recover are underway, with significant federal support promised for the next 180 days.

Devastating wildfires have descended on Los Angeles, claiming at least 10 lives and destroying nearly 10,000 structures across the region. As dry desert winds rekindled the flames, five wildfires continued to blaze into a third night, with the Palisades and Eaton Fires becoming the most catastrophic in the city's history.

AccuWeather has estimated the damage could reach $150 billion, marking an extensive recovery effort. President Joe Biden has declared a major disaster, promising federal reimbursement for recovery efforts over the next 180 days. Mayor Karen Bass has faced criticism for her disaster management, with political tension surrounding the response.

Aerial efforts to combat the fires faced setbacks, including the grounding of a Super Scooper aircraft after a drone collision. Meanwhile, Los Angeles witnessed one of its largest firefighting deployments with resources arriving from Canada and other states, as the community grapples with ongoing survival and restoration challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)