California wildfires destroy homes, kill at least 10 people
California wildfires destroy homes, kill at least 10 people

California authorities continue to battle wind-driven wildfires sweeping across the state, prompting the evacuation of at least 180,000 residents and claiming the lives of at least 10 people. Evacuation orders remain in effect for parts of Los Angeles County as efforts to contain the fires ramp up. Several fires broke out across Los Angeles this week, with the Pacific Palisades Fire becoming the most destructive fire in the region, burning more than 19,978 acres. Travel disruptions and closures Operated in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Located approximately 19 miles south of Pacific Palisades, the project continues largely undisturbed. However, travel in the region has been severely impacted as wildfires continue to rage across the region. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that as of 7 p.m. Thursday, the Pacific Coast Highway remained closed between the McClure Tunnel in Santa Monica and Topanga Canyon, with the Los Angeles Police Department managing traffic to support evacuation efforts. In addition, the California Department of…