California Wildfires News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Meghan, Billie help teen who lost everything in LA wildfires
Los Angeles, February 5: Meghan Markle, on Tuesday evening shared a touching update with fans about a teenager who lost everything in the recent Los Angeles wildfires.
Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga pay tribute to wildfire resilience with classic 'California Dreamin'
Los Angeles, Feb 3: Singer Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga joined hands as they paid an emotional tribute to those affected by the devastating L.A. wildfires with a duet with the 1960s classic “California Dreamin'” at the Grammys 2025.
Los Angeles Schools struggle to rebuild after devastating wildfires
California, Jan 27: The devastating wildfires that began sweeping through Southern California on January 7 have left the region's education system reeling, with over a dozen schools severely damaged or destroyed.
US: President Trump visits California amid wildfires, mulls abolishing FEMA
Washington DC, January 25: US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) made a visit to California and expressed his dismay at the devastation caused by wildfires, CNN reported.
New wildfire in Los Angeles scorches over 8,000 acres
California, Jan 23: A fast-moving brush fire erupted in Los Angeles County, expanding to 8,096 acres (32.76 square km) with zero containment, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
New wildfire in Los Angeles grows over 500 acres
Los Angeles, Jan 23: A fast-moving brush fire erupted in US Los Angeles County, expanding over 500 acres (2.02 square km) with zero containment, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
Californian residents warned to avoid outdoors as wildfires continue to deteriorate air quality
California, Jan 22: Millions of Southern Californian residents have been advised to limit outdoor activities due to bad air quality amid devastating wildfires, according to the US National Weather Service (NWS).
Paris Hilton shares what her son wants to become after growing up
Los Angeles, Jan 21: American socialite Paris Hilton has shared that her son Phoenix wants to be a good samaritan when he grows up.
Firefighters continue to contain wildfires in California as winds fade
Los Angeles, Jan 18: Thousands of firefighters were still working hard battling the two major wildfires in Southern California as winds fade in the area.
27 killed in Los Angeles wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 17: The fierce wildfires across the Los Angeles area in Southern California of the US have killed at least 27 people and destroyed more than 12,300 structures in more than a week, local authorities confirmed.
So much suffering: Taylor Swift donates to LA fire relief efforts
Los Angeles, January 17: In the wake of devastating California wildfires, singer Taylor Swift has lent a helping hand to the victims.
Next few days critical as weather emerges key factor in containing LA wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 16: It has been over a week since the massive wildfires broke out in Los Angeles, fueled by hurricane-strength Santa Ana winds, causing some of the most catastrophic fire scenes California has ever witnessed.
California winds intensify, raising wildfire risks in Los Angeles
California, January 15: Winds are forecast to strengthen across Southern California on Wednesday, exacerbating the already perilous wildfire conditions in Los Angeles. The National Weather Service warned that the gusts, which are expected to peak between 3 am and 3 pm local time, could worsen ongoing fires that have claimed at least 25 lives and left 24 others missing, Voice of America (VOA) reported.
Firefighters continue battling LA wildfires amid dangerous weather warning
Los Angeles, Jan 15: Firefighters continued to work overnight to contain wildfires in greater Los Angeles, with "particularly dangerous" winds warning in effect through Wednesday.
US: Harris urges 'fellow Californians' to follow guidance from local officials, stay safe
Washington, DC, January 14: United States Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday urged caution to the communities in Southern California, who experienced horrific loss due to wildfires, "to follow guidance from local officials and stay safe."
Hearts ache: US President Biden as California wildfires claim 24 lives
Washington DC, January 14: US President Joe Biden on Monday (local time) expressed his deep condolences following the loss of 24 lives in the raging wildfires that had wreaked havoc in southern California, particularly in the city of Los Angles.
Halle Berry steps up for wildfire victims, donates clothes from her closet
Washington, January 13: Hollywood stars Halle Berry and Sharon Stone have come forward to support families affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The two actors donated clothes and essentials to The Coop, a Beverly Hills store collecting aid for displaced families.
Increasing winds pose new risks for wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles
Los Angeles, Jan 13: As firefighters continue to battle devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, winds are expected to intensify in the coming days, potentially further complicating rescue efforts.
How Los Angeles fires magnify deepening insurance crisis in California?
Los Angeles, Jan 13: The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have wiped out tens of thousands of homes and businesses, which could inflict a 150 billion US dollars wound as reported by local media Accuweather. The rising risk of wildfires and related costs are adding to a crisis in California's insurance market.
Kim Kardashian demands pay raise for firefighters amid ongoing wildfires in California
Los Angeles, January 13: Amid the ongoing wildfires in California, reality TV star Kim Kardashian expressed her gratitude to firefighters who have risked their lives to save people from the deadly disaster. She even demanded a pay raise for them.
Kim Kardashian has called for incarcerated firefighters to be paid more
Los Angeles, Jan 13: Reality TV star Kim Kardashian has called for incarcerated firefighters to be paid more as those helping fight the Los Angeles wildfires receive just $1 an hour.
Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll rises to 24
Los Angeles, Jan 13: The death toll from the ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles has risen to 24, local media reported.
Meghan Markle postpones the premiere of her Netflix show due to California wildfires
Los Angeles, January 13: In the wake of deadly California wildfires, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, has postponed the release of her Netflix show 'With Love, Meghan'.
'Wicked' music producer Greg Wells loses his family home to LA fires
Los Angeles, January 13: 'Wicked' fame music producer Greg Wells is one of many celebrities who lost their homes in California wildfires.
US President-elect Trump slams officials handling LA wildfires, calls them incompetent
Washington DC, January 13: US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday slammed the officials responsible for handling raging wildfires in Los Angeles, calling them "incompetent."
California wildfires claim 16 lives; Donald Trump calls it One of the worst catastrophes in US history
California, January 12: US President-elect Donald Trump expressed anger as the southern Californian fires continued to rage on. Calling it "one of the worst catastrophes" in the history of the US, he lashed out over the inability of authorities to put out the fires.
Britney Spears shares update after evacuating due to Los Angeles wildfires
Washington, January 11: Pop star Britney Spears has shared an update with her fans and friends after evacuating her home due to the deadly wildfires that have been ravaging parts of Los Angeles this week.
Ananya Panday's cousin, Alanna evacuates California house after wildfire ravage through Los Angeles
Mumbai, Jan 11: The southern California fires have crippled the Hollywood with many celebrities evacuating their houses as the fires continue to ravage through Los Angeles. Bollywood actress Ananya Panday's cousin Alanna Panday too finds herself facing the odds.
US: California Governor Newsom invites Trump to survey wildfire damage
California, January 11: After US President-elect Donald Trump blamed him for the Los Angeles wildfires, California Governor Gavin Newsom invited the incoming president to visit the destruction site and meet the victims of the fire. The devastating wildfires in California have claimed 11 lives so far.
Death toll rises to 11 in California wildfires
California, January 11: At least 11 people have lost their lives in the wildfire crisis in Southern California, officials reported, according to a report by NBC News.
Dua Lipa evacuates LA amid wildfires; calls situation scary and devastating
Los Angeles, January 10: British singer Dua Lipa was among the thousands forced to evacuate Los Angeles due to the raging wildfires that have devastated Southern California.
my heart shattered into million pieces: Paris Hilton after her Malibu home reduced to ashes in LA wildfires
Los Angeles, January 10: Singer and actress Paris Hilton was heartbroken after she saw the ruins of her sweet home in Malibu due to tragic ongoing LA wildfires in California. She called it an 'indescribable' pain and noted it as a reminder of the nature of an unpredictable life.
Federal government to cover six months of wildfire costs, announces Biden
Washington DC, January 10: Following the devastating wildfires in California, US President Joe Biden announced that the federal government will cover the costs of measures to protect lives and property in Southern California for six months.
Nora Fatehi evacuates Los Angeles as southern California fires continue to rage through
Mumbai, Jan 9: Actress Nora Fatehi, who was last seen in the comedy movie 'Madgaon Express', has evacuated the state of California in the USA after the wildfires ravaged Los Angeles.
We're prepared to do anything: Joe Biden on California wildfires
Washington DC, January 9: In response to the wildfires in Southern California, US President Joe Biden pledged federal support for relief and recovery efforts.
Death toll rises to five in California wildfires
California, January 9: The death toll has risen to five following devastating wildfires that swept through Southern California, fuelled by dry and windy conditions, according to a report by The New York Times.
US: Five killed in California wildfires
California, Jan 9: Multiple major wildfires raging across Los Angeles County, the most populous US county, has killed at least five people and damaged at least 1,100 buildings, authorities said.
US President-elect Trump blames California Governor Newsom for wildfires
Washington, DC, January 9: US President-elect Donald Trump has blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires ravaging through the Los Angeles area, saying that Newsom refused to sign the water restoration declaration that would have pumped more water to flow into California.
US: At least two people killed, over 1000 structures destroyed in California wildfires
California, January 9: At least two people have been killed and many others were injured as several fires erupted in Southern California amid dry and windy conditions, ABC News reported.
Thousands evacuate as fast-growing wildfires devastate Southern California amid harsh winds
Los Angeles, January 8: Tens of thousands of residents in Southern California have been forced to evacuate as a series of fast-moving wildfires ravage the region, CNN reported.