New wildfires ignite in Southern California but rain set to bring relief

A new fire erupted Thursday near San Diego, burning through more than 800 acres. Meanwhile, rain is in the forecast for the weekend which could help with dry conditions but brings its own set of challenges, including the risk of mudslides and runoff from the toxic debris. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports and TODAY's Al Roker tracks the forecast.

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Californians hope rain will bring respite from LA wildfires as Trump set to visit

Forecast rain will aid firefighting efforts in Los Angeles but could cause mudslides and toxic ash runoff. Southern California was preparing for some long-awaited rain this weekend, bringing some ...
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California governor signs $2.5bn relief package for LA wildfire recovery

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Cooler, wet weather is forecast to bring moisture to the parched landscape and reduce the fire threat. But heavy rainfall could also trigger flash floods in burn scars.
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New wildfires erupt in Southern California

Fire crews are still battling multiple wildfires across Southern California, including the Hughes Fire which broke out Wednesday and has already torched more than 10,000 acres and forced tens of ...
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Rain headed for Southern California in weekend forecast

The new Laguna Fire prompted evacuations in California and 10 million people are under red flag warnings. NBC News’ Bill Karins details the weekend weather that is bringing much needed rain to ...
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Strong winds fan new Southern California fires

High winds are aiding the Hughes Fire in Southern California, which has now covered more than 10,000 acres. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, and meteorologist Grant Gilmore has more on the ...
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Latest weather forecast as 2 new fires rage in Southern California

Firefighters are working to mitigate the Hughes Fire and the Sepulveda Fire as windy conditions continue to threaten Southern California. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, and meteorologist ...
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Much-needed rain forecasted for Southern California this weekend

Rain in the forecast for Southern California this weekend could bring relief to firefighters battling wildfires. But it also brings risks of mudslides and toxic runoff.
NBC News - 23h
How 2 new fires exploded in Southern California

The Hughes Fire and the Sepulveda Fire quickly alarmed Los Angeles-area residents who rushed to evacuate as Southern California continues to deal with the wildfires from early January. CBS News' ...
CBS News - 1d
Large new wildfire forces more evacuations in Southern California

A new wildfire expanded rapidly north of Los Angeles, growing to more than 5,000 acres and forcing more evacuations. Strong winds kept Los Angeles County on high alert. And some who lost their ...
NBC News - 1d
New wildfire in Southern California forces tens of thousands to evacuate

A new wildfire called the Hughes Fire broke out in northwest Los Angeles County on Wednesday. It quickly scorched more than 5,000 acres of land in a few hours and forced some highway closures. ...
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Windy conditions spark new brush fires in Southern California

NBC News' Dana Griffin reports on the Hughes Fire and the red flag warnings that have been extended in Southern California.
NBC News - 1d
Southern California braces for vicious winds as new fires break out in region

Forecasters warn gusty conditions will return on Wednesday, marking end of break in fire-risk conditions. Southern California was bracing for more dangerous winds on Tuesday as new wildfires broke ...
The Guardian - 2d
New Call Of Duty DLC Benefits LA Wildfire Relief Efforts

Players of Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 can now contribute to relief efforts in the wake of the fires that recently devastated Los Angeles. Both games now allow players ...
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Here’s how much lumber Southern California will need to rebuild after the wildfires

The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst wildfires in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures, raising the likelihood of a spike in demand for lumber in the months and years ahead.
MarketWatch - 6d
Wildfires add strain to Southern California's housing crisis

As firefighters continue their progress containing the Los Angeles wildfires, a new crisis is emerging: Southern California's housing shortage. As Tom Hanson reports, it was already serious. Now, ...
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Dozens still missing in Southern California wildfires

Officials in Southern California are searching for more than 30 people still missing after the wildfires that have killed at least 27. More than 80,000 remain evacuated. The CEO of the local ...
NBC News - 6d
How Wildfires Came for Southern California

Many Californians thought wildfires couldn’t reach deep into their cities. But the Los Angeles fires showed how older homes became fuel that fed the fires.
The New York Times - 6d
Death toll from southern California wildfires rises to 16

The death toll from the southern California wildfires reached 16, as of Saturday night, while the fires remained mostly uncontained and additional evacuation orders were underway. The Palisades ...
The Hill - Jan. 12
Crews make slow progress battling Southern California wildfires

Multiple wildfires were still burning across the Los Angeles County area Friday as tens of thousands of people remained under evacuation orders and more than 10,000 structures were estimated to ...
CBS News - Jan. 10
How federal agencies are responding to the Southern California wildfires

With the Los Angeles-area wildfires expected to be one of the most expensive disasters in California history, Margaret Brennan examines how the federal government is offering to help.
CBS News - Jan. 10
Watch: White House holds briefing as wildfires ravage Southern California

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell briefed reporters Friday afternoon, as wildfires continue to devastate ...
The Hill - Jan. 10
Shocking images of Southern California wildfires destruction after savage blazes

The destruction in Southern California is hard to comprehend after multiple fires blazed through parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News' Elise Preston has more on the terrifying sights.
CBS News - Jan. 10
Maps show how dry the Southern California is, as L.A. wildfires burn

Dry vegetation helped fuel fires that spread through the Los Angeles area in early January 2025.
CBS News - Jan. 10
Southern California Edison asked to preserve evidence related to LA wildfires

The Eaton Fire began in Southern California Edison's service area on Tuesday afternoon, according to a statement from parent company Edison International.
CNBC - Jan. 10
Winter storm brings heavy snow, freezing rain to southern U.S.

A brutal winter storm is bringing heavy snow and freezing rain to the southern and central United States. Winter storm warnings stretch from Texas to North and South Carolina. CBS News ...
CBS News - Jan. 10
How to help Southern California wildfire victims

Nearly 180,000 people have been forced from their homes by the devastating wildfires burning in Southern California. They include Dale Fielder, who is sheltering at the Pasadena Convention Center ...
CBS News - Jan. 9
NBA, NFL monitor Southern California wildfires with Lakers scheduled to host Hornets

The NBA and NFL are monitoring several massive wildfires burning across the greater Los Angeles area and the potential impact it could have on games this week in Southern California
ABC News - Jan. 9
How to help victims of Southern California wildfires

Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted.
CBS News - Jan. 8
Officials provide update on Southern California wildfires

California officials on Wednesday held a news conference to provide updates on the brush fires raging in the Los Angeles area. The Pacific Palisades fire, the Eaton fire and several other blazes ...
CBS News - Jan. 8
How weather is impacting the spread of the Southern California wildfires

Powerful Santa Ana winds, coupled with bone-dry conditions, created the perfect conditions for the wildfires that have scorched Los Angeles County this week. Downtown L.A. has received just over a ...
CBS News - Jan. 8
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 - Jan. 8
Several Local Landmarks Are Destroyed in Southern California Wildfires

A high school used in many films, a synagogue and several well-known restaurants are among the structures that burned, while other local landmarks are endangered.
The New York Times - Jan. 8
What are the Santa Ana winds fueling wildfires in Southern California?

Santa Ana winds coupled with dry conditions have created the perfect storm for the fires to spread.
CBS News - Jan. 8
Wildfires in Southern California

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The New York Times - Jan. 8
What We Know About the Wildfires Raging in Southern California

The fast-moving fires are intensifying because of fierce winds, the strongest in Southern California in more than a decade.
The New York Times - Jan. 8
First-hand account of unrelenting winds fueling Southern California wildfires

CBS News Los Angeles reporter Tom Wait reports on the ferocious winds that have been fueling the devastating wildfires burning in Southern California.
CBS News - Jan. 8
Fast-moving wildfire destroys homes as strong winds hit southern California

Fire quickly consumed hundreds of acres in the Pacific Palisades, an affluent community north of Santa Monica. Follow live: Wildfire billowed by ‘life threatening’ windstorm sweeps southern ...
The Guardian - Jan. 8
Strong winds fuel rapidly expanding wildfires in Southern California

A combination of hurricane-force winds and dry vegetation is fueling wildfires that are rapidly spreading in Southern California. Thousands have had to evacuate, some forced to abandon their cars ...
CBS News - Jan. 7

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