California wildfires death toll rises to 24 with ‘strong winds’ expected Monday

Published January 12, 2025 11:23am ET



The death toll from the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles history rose to 24, with fears that a return of strong winds on Monday could make things worse.

The Los Angeles County coroner’s office reported eight people dead from the Palisades fire and 16 dead from the Eaton fire, according to CNN. Many more are also injured.

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