Fires in Southern California continue to burn, with high winds endangering hundreds of thousands of residents more than a week after flames ignited in the hills of Los Angeles County. Officials are reporting 24 fatalities and say the number is expected to increase.
The cause of the fires is still under investigation, and firefighters are working tirelessly to control the fires while strong winds continue to impact the region.
“We’re absolutely better prepared for this coming … severe fire weather event,” Anthony Marrone, Los Angeles County fire chief, said during a morning briefing on Jan. 13. “We’ve not only augmented the ground resources, but also the air resources.”…