Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,448 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County
Briefly

The Palisades Fire started on January 7 in Pacific Palisades, LA County, and burned over 23,000 acres before being fully contained after 86 days. A team of 800 firefighters battled the blaze with support from numerous fire engines and aerial tankers as part of extensive firefighting efforts. Command transitioned back to the Los Angeles City Fire Department for recovery operations, with disaster assistance centers now available to aid affected residents seeking relief. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The Palisades Fire, which started on January 7 in Los Angeles County, has burned 23,448 acres and was contained after 86 days of efforts from 800 firefighters.
Cal Fire noted extensive firefighting operations, including air tankers for suppression, highlighting the coordinated response amid critical conditions during the wildfire.
The Los Angeles City Fire Department has taken over command from Cal Fire, marking a shift towards community recovery and restoration after the fire's containment.
Disaster recovery centers are now open, providing federal assistance to residents affected by the wildfires in California, facilitating applications for disaster relief services.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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