Los Angeles wildfire update

Death toll raised to 24 as Los Angeles wildfire continued to burn thousands of houses for the sixth consecutive day.

The raging fire continues to defy officials’ efforts to contain it, with concerns that the death toll may rise further as the situation unfolds.

California is experiencing an unprecedented wildfire, which has burned thousands of homes forcing hundred of thousands of residents to flee.

This wildfire has consumed over 23,700 acres of the second largest city of United States and was just 11% contained yet.

Winds up to 70 miles (110 kilometers) per hour mean a “particularly dangerous situation (PDS)” will be declared from early Tuesday, said National Weather Service meteorologist Rose Schoenfeld.

Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony Marrone stated that his team had received additional resources, including numerous water trucks and firefighters from distant areas. He stated, “I believe the city is ready.”

However, the evacuees expressed frustration over the worsening situation. They are told that they could not return to their homes till Thursday.

Adding to their concerns are reports of robberies in the evacuated zones. Police have arrested several looters in these areas and have imposed a curfew to prevent further criminal activity.

President-elect Donald Trump has criticized state officials for their inability to effectively handle the situation.

“This is one of the worst catastrophes in the history of our Country. They just can’t put out the fires. What’s wrong with them?” Trump said on his Truth Social platform.