The death toll from the devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles, California, has risen to 10, with the number expected to climb in the coming hours, according to the city’s medical examiner’s office.
Massive wildfires continue to encircle Los Angeles on several fronts. The flames are nearing Hollywood, the iconic symbol of the American film industry, following the outbreak of a new blaze in the hills surrounding Hollywood Boulevard and the Walk of Fame.
Local authorities have ordered the evacuation of over 100,000 people, as strong, dry winds have fueled the spread of flames across parched lands that have not seen rain in months.
Aerial views reveal a significant fire between Santa Monica and Malibu on the city’s western side and another massive blaze in the east near Pasadena.
The U.S. National Weather Service has warned that strong winds will persist, with speeds reaching 35 miles per hour overnight, further complicating efforts to control the fires.
These wildfires occur at a critical time for Southern California, which has not experienced significant rainfall since the beginning of the season last October.
Scientists emphasize that these extreme weather events, increasingly frequent due to climate change, pose significant challenges for the region’s residents and local authorities.
