More than a week after fires, fueled by hurricane-force gusts, began their destructive path, claiming the lives of two dozen people and leaving large parts of the city in ruins.
According to the National Weather Service, onshore breezes are expected to bring much-needed moisture over the coming days.
“There will be significant improvement tonight and tomorrow, though there will still be some areas of concern,” Ryan Kittell from the National Weather Service told AFP. However, he stated that another spell of dangerous drying system could develop early next week.
The Eaton Fire and the Palisades Fire, which together have burned over 40,000 acres were still smoldering as of Wednesday.
Los Angeles City Fire Chief Kristin Crowley said during a press briefing that firefighters from across the United States, along with crews from Mexico are working to contain hotspots that could reignite.
“Infrared flights last night showed numerous hot spots still burning within the fire’s footprint, and close attention is being paid to prevent any flare-ups from spreading beyond the perimeter,” she added.
