The fires continue to ravage Los Angeles, claiming the lives of at least 11 people.
Massive flames have engulfed entire neighborhoods, and more than 12,000 buildings have been completely destroyed. Authorities are expected to impose a curfew.
Southern California is facing a major challenge in overcoming the situation caused by the widespread fires that have swept through the area, causing extensive damage with entire neighborhoods reduced to ashes. So far, the death toll has reached 11. According to firefighting services, some fire fronts have been brought under control, but others have flared up. Amid the chaos, some Los Angeles residents have started returning to their neighborhoods in a desperate attempt to salvage what they can, while the threat of new fire outbreaks remains.
Approximately 180,000 people have been evacuated, and preliminary estimates suggest that the damage has reached around $50 billion.
In the midst of this tragic situation, a troubling phenomenon has emerged, as looters are stealing from the wreckage and abandoned homes. At least 20 people have been arrested on suspicion of theft, and the criminals have started to disguise themselves in firefighter uniforms.
Authorities are expected to impose a curfew, urging all citizens to comply, as failure to do so will result in arrests or fines of up to $1,000.
The fires, among the most severe natural disasters ever to hit California, have burned more than 12,000 buildings, while authorities continue their investigations to determine their cause.
