Apocalyptic scenes have emerged across Los Angeles County, Where deadly wildfires remain mostly uncontained. While 5 people have been reported dead so far, officials say the number is expected to increase.
Recorded as the most dangerous fire in the history of Los Angeles, the Palisades Fire scorching the area between Malibu and Santa Monica has exploded from 10 acres to more than 17,000 acres in the past few days. The Fire has destroyed at least 1,000 structures, making it the most destructive fire, in Los Angeles County.
According to the California Fire Department, the causes of the fire are still under investigation. However, speculations suggest that the fire increased due to the Santa Ana winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation, which played a factor. Over 83% of Los Angeles County was in a drought, according to the most recent U.S Drought Monitor.
Los Angeles has not received a quarter of an inch of rain since April (2023), according to the (Accuweather) report.
(Sources: CNN Weather, Los Angeles Times & American Redcross)