CHICO, Calif. – Firefighters battled early Thursday to control a series of major fires sweeping across Los Angeles County, including massive blazes in Pacific Palisades and Altadena.
Officials say the fires have already claimed the lives of five people, destroyed homes and forced thousands of residents from their properties. Communities from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena have been ravaged, while evacuees fled in panic as flames raced through neighborhoods.
Ferocious winds that have been fanning the flames and complicating evacuations have begun to subside, providing a glimmer of hope for first responders. Firefighters now have the opportunity to make more progress in containing the fires, though the situation remains volatile. As of Thursday morning, CAL FIRE reported the following statistics:
- Palisades Fire: 17,234 acres
- Eaton Fire: 10,600 acres
- Hurst Fire: 671 acres
- Lidia Fire: 348 acres
- Sunset Fire: 43 acres
As the fires continue to rage, Chico State is offering support to its students and staff who have ties to the Los Angeles area. The university is home to more than 1,000 students from LA County, many of whom have family and friends impacted by the devastation.
“We are extremely concerned and devastated by the destruction these fires have caused,” Chico State said in a statement. “We currently have more than 1,000 students who hail from LA County. Beyond that, many students and employees have family or close friends in the area who have been affected.”
Although the university is currently between semesters and students are not traditionally traveling back to campus this weekend, Chico State plans to closely monitor the situation as students return next week. “We want them to prioritize the well-being of themselves and their loved ones,” the statement continued. “We will work with students to provide resources and assistance as the semester gets started.”
Firefighters in Los Angeles County are currently battling multiple blazes that have ravaged acres of land and threatened communities. The wildfires have forced evacuations and caused widespread destruction, with firefighters working around the clock to contain the flames.
In response to the wildfires, Chico State University has activated its emergency response team to assist students who have been impacted by the fires. The university is providing support and resources to those affected, including temporary housing and other forms of assistance.
As the fires continue to rage, residents in the affected areas are urged to stay vigilant and follow evacuation orders to ensure their safety. Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by these devastating wildfires, and we are grateful for the brave firefighters who are working tirelessly to protect our communities.
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