Latest in LA fires forecast to be costliest blaze in US history with estimate of over $200bn in losses
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Which were the coldest Inauguration Days in US history?
On Monday, freezing temperatures in Washington D.C. prompted organizers to move President Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony inside the Capitol Rotunda for the first time since 1985.The Hill - 1d -
LA firefighters helped by lull in winds, but more fire weather in forecast
Crews make progress but strong winds anticipated in Los Angles basin next week, carrying potential peril. Another round of fire-provoking Santa Ana winds are anticipated to sweep across the Los ...The Guardian - 3d -
The landlord and the LA fires: how my friend’s loss revealed a new hierarchy of who gets help
GoFundMe is now the backbone of American comeback stories. But the people with better connections get lifted up first. I love my landlord. I don’t mean that I find him charming, though I do. I mean ...The Guardian - 3d -
LA fires live updates: some areas ravaged by blazes will reopen to residents, officials say
Officials say residents in certain areas affected by the Palisades fire will be able to return on Thursday. Easing of extreme winds expected to strengthen efforts to put out blazes As ...The Guardian - 5d -
Bigger than San Francisco: LA fires carve mark on history
Even as four wildfires continued to burn in Los Angeles County Wednesday, the blazes were already rewriting the record books.ABC News - 5d -
California fires weather forecast: Winds begin to relax, but forecast to return
The winds fueling fires in Southern California are beginning to relax, but the forecast calls for their return next week.ABC News - 6d -
The LA fires: ways to make a difference
Hot meals and hotel discounts for evacuees, first-responder donations, and charities sheltering animalsFinancial Times - 6d -
Nets suffer worst loss in franchise history with 126-67 rout to Clippers
Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points, James Harden added 21 and the Los Angeles Clippers had the largest margin of victory in franchise history, routing the Brooklyn Nets 126-67 on Wednesday night.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
California fires weather forecast: LA remains under extreme dry and windy weather
On Wednesday morning and afternoon, winds will be the strongest west and north of Los Angeles, mostly in the mountains and higher canyons.ABC News - Jan. 15 -
California fires weather forecast: High winds could cause explosive fire growth
Higher humidity and lighter winds are forecast late in the week and into the weekend.ABC News - Jan. 13 -
California fires could be costliest disaster in US history, says governor
Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of spreading disinformation after president-elect calls emergency response ‘incompetent’Financial Times - Jan. 13 -
China's exports in December grew 10.7%, beating estimates amid uncertainty over trade tariffs
China’s exports in December grew at a faster pace than expected, as factories rushed to fulfill orders amid uncertainty over trade tariffs that could be imposed by U.S. President-elect Donald TrumpABC News - Jan. 12 -
Chuck D pleads for people to stop using Public Enemy’s Burn Hollywood Burn on videos of LA fires
The 1990 protest track ‘has nothing to do with families losing everything they have’ says the rapper, hitting out at TikTok and Instagram videos. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest ...The Guardian - Jan. 13 -
California fires weather forecast: More than 8M people are in critical fire risk zone
More than 8 million people are in the critical fire risk zone.ABC News - Jan. 12 -
Dangerous wind gusts forecasted as LA wildfires rage on
NBC’s Angie Lassman tracks the latest forecast for Southern California including the expected return of the dangerous Santa Ana winds.NBC News - Jan. 12 -
California fires: 16 killed and 10,000 structures destroyed as blazes continue
Strong winds and low humidity continue as five fires rage across Los Angeles area, with death toll expected to rise. Los Angeles fires: the damage in maps, video and images Weather forecasters ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
L.A. Wildfires May Be the Costliest in U.S. History, Estimates Say
An estimate puts wildfire losses so far between $135 billion and $150 billion.Inc. - Jan. 11 -
California fires weather forecast: Strong winds expected to increase fire danger
There has been a reprieve from the strongest winds in southern California, but winds are expected to pick up later into tonight, raising the fire danger.ABC News - Jan. 11 -
Watch: LA Palisades blaze spews 'fire devil'
The phenomenon was seen amid the wildfires tearing through Los Angeles.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Line of fire: LA mayor Karen Bass faces scrutiny as historic blazes devour city
Seething residents are questioning city’s preparedness, even as hurricane-force winds and climate crisis created unprecedented calamity conditions. As a series of wildfires in the Los Angeles ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Delta outlook tops estimates as CEO expects 2025 to be airline's 'best financial year in our history'
Delta's CEO said strong travel demand is driving revenue higher.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
Los Angeles wildfires could be costliest blaze in U.S. history
Five wildfires fueled by dry conditions and strong winds have burned through 29,000 acres of land around Los Angeles since Tuesday.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
California fires weather forecast: Red flag warning to end Friday night
Strong Santa Ana winds are hitting fire-ravaged Los Angeles on Friday morning, but the winds will relax later in the day and the red flag warning will end Friday night.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Mel Gibson: Loss of Malibu home in LA fires 'devastating'
Gibson says he was recording the Joe Rogan podcast in Texas when he learned his neighborhood was on fire.The Hill - Jan. 10 -
LIVE: LA area's 2 biggest blazes burn at least 10,000 structures; New fire ignites
The level of devastation is jarring even in a state that has grown used to massive wildfires.The Hill - Jan. 10 -
LA fires poised to be costliest blazes in US history
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story California wildfire costs could be $52-$57B: analysis The total cost of the damage from ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Loss estimates, including health effects and rebuilding costs, surge.
As fires raged, the economic toll of the disaster climbed into the tens of billions of dollars, according to analyst estimates.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Uncertainty Over Trump’s EV Policies Clouds 2025 Forecast for Carmakers
Possible tariffs and an end to a $7,500 tax credit are only two factors that could affect automakers’ plans as the new administration assumes power.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Los Angeles wildfires could be costliest blaze in U.S. history
The wildfires wreaking devastation in the Los Angeles area could become the costliest blaze in U.S. history.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Hollywood Hills fire evacuation order to be lifted after blaze contained
Subsiding winds and new resources bring first hope that authorities in Los Angeles can bring disaster under controlFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
California wildfire forecast: LA under critical fire risk with gusty winds forecast
High pressure is building from the north and that will help to tighten the pressure gradient over southern California, producing more gusty winds.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Watch: The scene across LA as firefighters attempt to contain blazes
The latest blaze, Sunset Fire, is threatening homes and landmarks as Hollywood is evacuated.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
L.A. fire official on new Hollywood Hills blaze
Los Angeles Fire Department spokesperson Margaret Stewart called the fire burning in the Hollywood Hills "very dangerous and explosive." She describes the mandatory evacuation zones and ongoing ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Grounds of historic Villa de Leon caught in blaze amid Palisades Fire
Video captured the grounds of the Villa de Leon on fire. The historic mansion has been featured in many high-profile music videos and commercials. The mansion is located near the Getty Villa, an ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Images show Palisades Fire, other blazes ravaging Los Angeles area
Striking images from Los Angeles County show the early extent of damage caused by the Palisades Fire and other wildfires.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Pacific Palisades fire, other blazes burn in California as residents flee
A massive wildfire burning in Los Angeles has forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Other wind-driven blazes were spreading in the region.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
California fire forecast: Wind speeds remain high as wildfires rage
A damaging Santa Ana wind event was peaking early Wednesday and was expected to stay strong through early afternoon.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
Inside the neighbourhood totally lost in LA fires
Homes are gone in the wealthy Pacific Palisades area as wildfires rage on.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Watch: Smoke billows over LA as houses engulfed in fire
The blaze has been fuelled by fierce winds that are expected to reach up to 100mph (160km/h).BBC News - Jan. 8 -
South Korean fire fighters tackle blaze in commercial building in Seongnam
Hundreds of people were rescued or evacuated after a fire broke out at a large commercial building in the South Korean city of Seongnam on Friday, fire officials saidABC News - Jan. 3