The 3 biggest scams to watch out for following California’s devastating wildfires
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WATCH: Authorities warn of looting and scams in wake of California wildfires
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is warning burglars, looters and scammers that they will be prosecuted if they take advantage of people who have been affected by the wildfires.ABC News - 1d -
Lakers coach JJ Redick reacts to California wildfires that burned down his home: 'It's complete devastation'
Redick said his family lost 'everything we owned that was of any importance to us'CBS Sports - 4d -
5 looming questions about California's devastating wildfires
An infernal barrage of blazes continues to ravage the Los Angeles metropolitan region, where the death toll has now risen to at least 10 individuals. While authorities have yet to identify precise ...The Hill - 4d -
California homeowners battle an 'insurance crisis' as wildfires burn out of control
The wind-driven wildfires burning out of control in the Los Angeles area couldn't have emerged at a more perilous moment for California's homeowners, as officials try to rehab what they concede is ...NBC News - 4d -
As wildfires devastate LA, Republicans point fingers at Democratic California leaders
Trump and Maga allies are using the fires to attack leaders like Newsom – possibly foretelling power struggles ahead. If ever a situation cried out for elevating national unity over political ...The Guardian - 4d -
WATCH: New images show devastation across Los Angeles from wildfires
More than 10,000 structures have been destroyed across Los Angeles County as evacuees trickle back into the area, trying to salvage any mementos that have been left from the fires.ABC News - 4d -
How Watch Duty Keeps Up With the California Wildfires
While the destructive Los Angeles fires rage, all eyes have turned to the app that lets you track them. WIRED spoke with Watch Duty founder John Mills about how the platform has met the moment.Wired - 4d -
Aerial view shows California wildfires still burning out of control
KNBC helicopter reporter Julia Deng surveys the leading edge of the Palisades Fire as it continues to spread. The fire remains at zero percent containment.NBC News - 5d -
State of emergency declared due to devastating California wildfires
Los Angeles remains in a state of emergency due to the deadly wildfires spreading across the county. CBS News correspondent Elisa Preston reports on the ground in Malibu.CBS News - 5d -
WATCH: Wildfire scientist on cause of Southern California wildfires
Wildfire scientist and fire ecologist Chad Hanson discusses the factors that led to the historic and devastating Southern California wildfires and how climate change played a role.ABC News - 5d
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