Massive Wildfire In Los Angeles Burns Over 1,100 Homes And Claims 5 Lives

A major wildfire in Los Angeles, California, has destroyed over 1,100 homes and killed at least five people. Authorities say this is one of the most destructive fires in the area.
The fire started early Tuesday morning in the Pacific Palisades area, in the Santa Monica Mountains, a popular tourist spot. California Governor Gavin Newsom visited the area and declared a state of emergency, saying, "No one is safe from the danger."
Strong winds, dry trees, and the Santa Ana winds have made the fire harder to control. So far, nearly 16,000 acres have burned.
Videos show people fleeing the fire, with some leaving their cars behind. Bulldozers were used to clear paths in some areas due to heavy traffic.
Meanwhile, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has been criticized for being in Ghana when the fire broke out. Similarly She faced scorching criticism as it was revealed she cut the city's Fire Department budget by $ 17.6 million ahead of this week's devastating fires.