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Los Angeles Fires Continue to Burn as Extreme Conditions Predicted to Persist Through Weekend: Recap


Extreme fire conditions are expected in the Los Angeles area through Wednesday due to strengthening Santa Ana winds, posing a challenge for firefighters as they battle against wildfires that have already killed at least 16 people, with 16 others reported missing as of Sunday morning. A red flag warning has been issued for parts of Southern California, with the National Weather Service warning of rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior if ignition occurs. The city of Malibu has lost a third of its eastern edge to the Palisades Fire, with homes being destroyed.

Investigators are working to determine the cause of the blazes amidst speculation of arson. The wildfires have devastated small business owners and residents, who now face the challenge of filing insurance claims. Former Australian child star Rory Sykes died in the fires, and California Governor Gavin Newsom has acknowledged that the wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history.

In sports, the NFL playoffs kicked off with six wild-card games over the weekend. Director Barry Jenkins had two films in the top 10 at the box office, including “Mufasa: The Lion King” and “The Fire Inside,” with both films exploring common themes. In other news, freeze alerts were issued in multiple states, Ukraine captured injured North Korean soldiers from Russia, and young Asian Americans are more likely to develop food allergies. President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, while the New England Patriots hired Mike Vrabel as their new head coach. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalized their divorce, with Lopez keeping her green diamond engagement ring.

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