Los Angeles Sheriff Compares Fire Devastation to ‘Bomb’ Impact Los Angeles

Wildfires devastate Los Angeles uncontrollably

Palisades, the most destructive fire

Authorities work to locate victims

The sheriff of the county, Robert G. Luna, compared the destruction caused by the fires to that of a bomb.

Luna stated that firefighters are facing extreme conditions and plan to use search dogs to locate potential victims.

So far, the fires have left at least five dead, but authorities warn that the number could increase.

The Sheriff’s Department is working with the coroner’s office to determine the exact number of fatalities.

Unprecedented crisis: wildfires devastate Los Angeles

Wildfires devastate Los Angeles uncontrollably – Photo: AP.

“This is a crisis; we still don’t know what to expect,” Luna said, urging patience as investigations continue.

The active fires have destroyed approximately 11,770 hectares, according to the California Fire Department, Cal Fire.

The Palisades fire, which began on January 7, has devastated 6,975 hectares and is the most destructive in the area.

Kristin Crowley, Los Angeles fire chief, called it one of the most devastating natural disasters in the city’s history.

Cal Fire continues working tirelessly to contain the flames and protect affected communities.

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Destruction from Los Angeles wildfire continues. Photo: MundoNOW.