Advisory Board January 16, 2025

In the Los Angeles area, several severe wildfires continue to blaze, causing significant damage to people’s homes, businesses, and lives. The healthcare system, including hospitals, clinics, and emergency services, has also been significantly strained as it grapples with evacuation orders, high patient volumes, and more.

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Wildfires spread across Los Angeles

Last week, several large wildfires erupted across Los Angeles, leaving significant destruction and damage in their wake. So far, three fires (the Woodley fire, Sunswept fire, and Lidia fire) have been contained, but three others (the Palisades fire, Eaton fire, and Hurst fire) are still active. Another fire, the Auto fire, began late Monday night in Ventura County.

The Palisades fire, which...

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