Palisades Fire in Los Angeles Forces Mandatory Evacuations Amid Rapid Growth
The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California has rapidly expanded from 20 to over 200 acres within approximately 20 minutes, leading to mandatory evacuations. Officials report that strong winds are exacerbating the fire’s growth, prompting a red flag warning across much of the state. The fire was first reported around 10:30 a.m. local time.