Los Angeles City Like a Nuclear Bomb Wreckage - Death Toll Rising, Strong Winds Expected Again

Los Angeles City Like a Nuclear Bomb Wreckage - Death Toll Rising, Strong Winds Expected Again

Los Angeles, January 10, 2025 — Wildfires that ravaged the east and west sides of Los Angeles last week have led to the deaths of 10 people and the destruction of over 10,000 homes. Authorities fear that this number could rise further.

The recent calm in the winds, which had previously allowed the fires to spread rapidly, has provided some relief. On Friday, Los Angeles firefighters reported progress in controlling several fires, but meteorologists warned that strong winds could return over the weekend.

Officials from the California Sheriff's Office described the scene of the damage as if a nuclear bomb had been dropped. Several areas around Los Angeles have been virtually reduced to rubble, with numerous homes, businesses, and infrastructure severely damaged.

Efforts for rescue and rebuilding are intensifying based on the severity of the fire's aftermath, but local authorities have cautioned that the death toll could increase, and recovery operations are still ongoing in many areas.