Wildfires Rage Across Los Angeles, Evacuations Ordered

California is currently battling multiple devastating wildfires, resulting in at least two fatalities and forcing over 80,000 residents to evacuate as of Wednesday. The Eaton Fire, particularly destructive, has rapidly increased in size to over 10,600 acres, while the Palisades Fire has consumed approximately 5,000 acres, with total damages surpassing 1,100 structures. Extreme Santa Ana winds, with gusts reaching up to 100 mph, have exacerbated the situation, grounding firefighting aircraft and hindering efforts. Governor Gavin Newsom has mobilized 1,400 firefighting and National Guard personnel to address the crisis, but officials admit they are unprepared for such large-scale disasters. Eyewitness accounts highlight the panic among residents, with many in distress as they flee the flames. President Biden has approved a disaster declaration to expedite aid for affected communities as the fires continue to threaten lives and property.