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Eaton, Palisades fires continue; thousands remain evacuated as search and safety work continues
Summary
County and city fire chiefs and public safety officials reported on containment, damaged structures, evacuation counts and ongoing search, rescue and repopulation work for the Eaton and Palisades fires.
Los Angeles County and city officials said the Eaton and Palisades wildfires remain large but largely held within current perimeters, while work to inspect damage and allow safe return of residents continues.
Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Maroney said the Eaton fire was estimated at 14,117 acres and 45% contained, with “over 7,000 structures damaged or destroyed” and 3,392 firefighting personnel assigned to the incident. Maroney said about 45% of damage inspections for the Eaton fire have been completed and directed impacted residents to recovery.lacounty.gov for updated damage maps.
“Critical fire weather conditions will continue through this evening,” Maroney said, adding that the anticipated stronger winds had not materialized but the area remained at risk and that unhoused residents should avoid open…
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