Los Angeles braces for dangerously-high winds as fires continue to burn – live updates

Adam Goldsmith
Live reporter

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LA is bracing for further destruction as forecasts suggest high winds could fuel wildfire flames once more today.

Two massive fires continue to burn across the city. The Palisades Fire, the largest, has burned more than 23,000 acres and was only 14% contained as of last night.

At least 24 people have died in the fires and 23 others are missing in the Eaton and Palisades fire zones.

The city’s mayor Karen Bass says “urgent preparations” are being made in advance of the near-hurricane force winds, which are expected to arrive today.

In the meantime, LA police forces are dealing with cases of looting and arson – authorities yesterday announced that nine people had been arrested for the former as empty and fire-damaged properties remain vulnerable.

Ahead of LA waking up to another day of devastation, we’ll keep you updated with the impact of the predicted Santa Ana winds on the city and its inhabitants. Stick with us.