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The fire spread in 3 areas of Los Angeles on Tuesday.
A massive fire broke out in three areas near Los Angeles in the US state of California on Tuesday. According to CNN, this fire broke out in Pacific Palisades, Eaton and Hurst. The fire broke out in Pacific Palisades at 10 a.m., in Eaton at 6 p.m., and in Hurst at 10 p.m.
Pacific Palisades suffered the most damage. It has spread to 3,000 acres here in one and a half days. Due to the fire, more than 30 thousand people had to leave their homes. According to the report, this fire in Pacific Palisades is burning an area equal to five football fields to ashes in one minute.
Los Angeles has declared a state of emergency in the entire city. It is the most populous county in America. 1 crore people live here. Due to the fire spreading in the forest, about 50 thousand people here have been asked to vacate their homes immediately.
The California administration has advised the general public not to go to the affected area. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has announced financial assistance.
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Fire incident in 10 pictures…
The fire is spreading rapidly in the forests of Pacific Palisades.
A fire destroyed a Jewish temple in Pasadena, California.
A woman cries as the Pacific Palisades fire spreads
A house was completely destroyed by fire in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles.
Rescue team member trying to extinguish the fire
Rescue team staff climbing the wall of the house while extinguishing the fire
Los Angeles people fleeing their homes after the fire.
Rescue team staff battling fire in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles.
An attempt was made to extinguish the fire by spraying water from the helicopter
Woman covering nose with cloth to protect herself from hot air
Why is the fire raging? Efforts are being made to control the fire with helicopters and planes, but due to stormy winds, it is becoming difficult to control the fire. Due to changing direction of winds, the fire is continuously spreading at different places.
The rescue team deployed in the affected area is taking thousands of people to safe places. Local schools, community centers, and other safe locations have been prepared as emergency shelters.
The fire has not only caused damage to property but is also causing serious harm to the environment. Hundreds of trees and animals have been burnt to ashes in the fire. Due to jam on the roads, people are leaving their cars and going on foot to safer places.
Santana winds are the biggest reason for instigating the fire. These winds are extremely hot. These winds usually blow during the autumn season. Affects Southern California the most. According to reports, at present the wind is blowing at a speed of 130 to 160 kilometers per hour, due to which there is a lot of damage.
