Crews make progress on LA fires as search for missing continues: Friday live updates
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Key FactsProgress Made in LA Wildfire Containment
Jan 17, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
- Fire crews have made progress in containing the Los Angeles fires while search efforts continue for 31 missing individuals.
- The Palisades, Eaton, and Auto fires have burned nearly 40,000 acres, with containment for the Palisades Fire at 31%.
- At least 27 people have died, and 82,400 individuals are still under evacuation orders.
- The Getty Center and Getty Villa are secure and plan to reopen to the public, although feared Santa Ana winds are expected to return next week.
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