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As the Eaton fires approached, this is how employees at a nursing home worked to save 45 patients

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On the night of January 7, the Eaton Fire began, and grew. As it closed in on Two Palms Care Center in Altadena, employees grew concerned they’d have to evacuate the 45 patients. That night, the fire grew close and multiple employees drove to the facility to rescue the 45 patients. This is their story on how they did it.

California Fires: Potential cause of LA fires discussed by police

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"Arson?"Authorities answered questions on Monday morning regarding the suspected cause of the fires burning in Los Angeles County.

"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home in Los Angeles fires

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Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is Us." Tony Dokoupil has more.

Pacific Palisades man watches family home burn remotely from his Tesla cameras

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A Pacific Palisades homeowner who watched his house burn on his Tesla cameras is now calling for better long-term fire planning amid the devastation in Southern California.

First lawsuits filed against Southern California Edison over Eaton Fire

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Three lawsuits were filed Monday morning against Southern California Edison in connection with the Eaton Fire.

Filipinos prepare for more winds as Los Angeles fires rage

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Filipinos in Los Angeles affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires are racing against time to prepare for incoming dangerous winds that authorities said could whip the blazes even further.

Disney commits $15Million to SoCal wildfire recovery efforts

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Way to go Disney! The Walt Disney Company has pledged $15 million in to help wildfire firefight and recovery efforts across Southern California.

Jamie Lee Curtis Donating $1M to LA Fire Relief After Emotional TV Appearance

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Jamie Lee Curtis reveals she's donating $1M to support Los Angeles fire-relief efforts hours after her emotional 'The Tonight Show' appearance. The actress got visibly choked up while discussing the tragedy on the late-night show while sharing how others can help those affected.

Pasadena animal shelter helping more than 400 animals from Eaton Fire

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Dia DuVernet from the Pasadena Humane Society, which has been around for over 100 years, said, “This has been a human and animal tragedy.”

Family identifies man who died at his Altadena home during Eaton Fire

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Victor Shaw is among those who lost their lives, with his sister Shari Shaw telling ABC News he died in a heroic attempt to protect his home in Altadena.

New images show devastation across Los Angeles from wildfires

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More than 10,000 structures have been destroyed across Los Angeles County as evacuees trickle back into the area, trying to salvage any mementos that have been left from the fires.

Palisades Fire perimeter more than 5 times larger than Downtown LA

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A map shows the perimeter of the Palisades Fire, which has burned more than 19,000 acres, is more than five times larger than the size of downtown Los Angeles.

California's Insurance Commissioners

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At a Friday morning wildfire news conference, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara addressed the needs of fire victims seeking insurance claims, and resources for those who are uninsured.  Jan. 10, 2025.

Officials provide latest update on Eaton Fire raging in Pasadena

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Officials held a press conference Friday at 1 p.m. to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing battle with the Eaton Fire burning in the Pasadena area.

Lakers coach JJ Redick talks about losing home in Palisades fire

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Pacific Palisades is devasted. Lakers coach JJ Redick said his family was evacuated from their home in Pacific Palisades on Tuesday and recently returned to see he lost his residence.

Fires tear through Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena and Sylmar; gusts of up to 99 mph reported

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Pray for LA! January 8, 2025. Wednesday The Palisades fire had grown to more than 2,900 acres as of Tuesday evening, driven by ‘life-threatening and destructive’ winds. The extreme wind event blasting Southern California is forecast to peak between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Fast-moving Eaton fire explodes in Pasadena, Altadena

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Pray for LA! January 8, 2025. Wednesday. A fire broke out Tuesday night in the hills above Altadena near Eaton Canyon, prompting a response from firefighters. The Eaton fire has burned more than 400 acres and prompted evacuations in the area west of the Eaton Canyon Golf Course, according to the U.S. Forest Service.