Officials declare California wildfires contained as they begin the long task of recovery

Source: United Press International

“Two of the largest and most deadly wildfires to ravage southern California are fully contained, state officials announced Sunday. The blazes, which erupted earlier this month, have claimed the lives of at least 29 people and destroyed tens of thousands of structures. The Eaton and Palisades fires, which erupted more than three weeks ago and quickly blew out of control, were declared 100% under control, Cal Fire reported. The death toll stood at 28 for weeks until the Los Angeles County medical examiner announced Monday that it had jumped by one and could still grow.” (02/03/25)

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/02/02/fires-contained-officials-assess-future/9941738547420/