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Lack Of Brush Clearance Questioned As Palisades Fire Rages: Report
Here's what a handful of experts and fire officials had to say about the effects of brush management and last week's disastrous windstorm.

Here's what a handful of experts and fire officials had to say about the effects of brush management and last week's disastrous windstorm.

Investigators believe the Palisades Fire was likely started but human activity, possibly by fireworks, according to a report.
With more than 5,000 structures damaged in the Palisades Fire and many unable to return home, authorities mapped the destruction.
The FireAid special benefit concert aims to provide support to those who lost everything in LA's devastating wildfires.
Cal Fire/Riverside County firefighters combed through Eaton Fire victims' homes to find wedding rings, watches, and hope amid the rubble.
Here's the latest on the catastrophic wildfires that have displaced thousands and destroyed coastal and inland reaches of Los Angeles.
The Southland is bracing for more winds that could spark new fires, cause outages, spur more evacuations and bedevil firefighting efforts.
With 70-90 mph winds in the forecast and deadly fires still burning, electric customers were facing another week of possible shutoffs.
Despite "close-to hurricane-force winds" returning, firefighters say they're optimistic they can increase containment of the Palisades Fire.
The Eaton fire stands at 33 percent contained and officials remain optimistic despite forecasts of "hurricane force winds."
Most schools and offices in the Los Angeles Unified School District will reopen on Monday, district officials announced.
Nearly 40 historic places have been destroyed in what officials have called the most devastating wildfires in LA County history.
Firefighters are battling to protect hard-fought containment lines as another powerful Santa Ana windstorm moves in.
At least eight people have been killed in the Palisades Fire, and four more remain missing. Gov. Newsom signed a fast-track recovery order.
More people remain missing in the fire that has consumed 14,117 acres and was 27 percent contained Sunday.
Containment of the Eaton Fire had grown to 27 percent as of Sunday morning, according to authorities.
As of Sunday morning, here is the latest pertinent information about the devastating wildfires burning in California.
Disaster was averted in Laguna Beach Friday when a pair of potential wildfires were stopped before wind gusts could spread the embers.
Wear masks, avoid air conditioners that bring in outside air and avoid using blowers among other steps to protect health during this crisis.
Even as homes smolder and the death toll climbs in the Palisades Fire, LAFD's chief took the unusual approach of blasting city leaders.
AI and social media have fueled misinformation during LA's fire crisis. Whether the intent is malicious or not, experts say it's harmful.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced Friday that state officials will investigate the cause of water pressure loss and resource shortages.
All evacuation orders and warnings have been lifted.
The Southland will get a brief reprieve from the gusts that ignited two deadly fires, but forecasters warn of more dry winds this weekend.
Residents can watch the video to see how their homes fared in the wake of the destructive Palisades Fire.
The Archer Fire broke out Friday morning and threatened homes in the Granada Hills area.
The DA warned that anyone violating fire zone laws or victimizing those impacted by fires will be punished to the maximum extent of the law.
The state insurance commissioner took several actions to help protect consumers impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Airbnb has partnered with the nonprofit information and referral service 211 LA to connect people with a free place to stay.
A 40-year-old man is behind bars on suspicion of setting fires amid a state of emergency in Banning.
Gusty winds are expected to return to SoCal on Saturday night as crews continue to battle the blaze that's consumed more than 14,000 acres.
Firefighters gained more containment over the Palisades Fire overnight ahead of strengthening winds Saturday into Sunday.
Yet another evacuation-warning alert was sent in error across LA County — this one came at 4 a.m. Friday.
As of Saturday morning, here is the latest pertinent information about the devastating wildfires burning in California.
There's a chance the fires will over-take the second slot. See the full list of Top 20 fires, in terms of structures lost.
The alert was sent in error across the county, Supervisor Janice Hahn said.
Evacuation orders were lifted Thursday evening and containment was at 35 percent as of Thursday night.
The utility sent two Blackhawk helicopters for the firefight and ground crews at the request of the LA Department of Water and Power.
As weather warnings became dire, some are questioning cuts to the fire budget and the LA mayor's travel to Ghana amid the crisis.
"If you are in one of these areas, and you don’t belong there, you are going to be subject to arrest," Sheriff Luna said of evacuated areas.