Fire inferno in Los Angeles: thousands of buildings burned down!

Fire inferno in Los Angeles: thousands of buildings burned down!

The devastating fires in and around Los Angeles have left a catastrophic trail of destruction. Media reports report around 10,000 buildings destroyed and the death toll is rising alarmingly. US President Joe Biden called the current fires the worst in California's history, while Sheriff Robert Luna compared the scene to an image akin to a verifiable "atomic bomb strike." The fire department has reported at least five confirmed deaths so far, but the number could have risen to at least 10, according to reports Day24 reported.

The situation is particularly dramatic in the Pacific Palisades district, where over 5,300 houses have gone up in flames since Tuesday. The so-called Eaton Fire near Pasadena has so far affected around 4,000 to 5,000 buildings. While firefighters made progress in containing the flames in some areas, a new fire, the Kenneth Fire, broke out in the West Hills and is now threatening homes as well. Currently, the largest fire, the Palisades Fire, is burning over 8,000 hectares, and the Eaton Fire has spread to more than 5,500 hectares, although the fire department has so far been unable to gain control exxpress.at reported.

Looting under the flames

In addition to the devastating destruction, the fires have also sparked a wave of looting, making the situation even more worrying for those evacuated. Authorities reported at least 20 arrests in connection with the looting of evacuated households, further exacerbating an already tense situation. President Biden informed that 360,000 people have already been evacuated and warned that the number of victims is likely to rise due to the devastation. The burning areas are not just facing the flames; The already dangerous situation is further complicated by criminal activities.