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Fires in LA, the number of victims rises to 24

Fires in LA, the number of victims rises to 24

The death toll from wildfires in the Los Angeles area rose to 24. Sixteen people were killed in the Eaton fire and eight in the Palisades fire, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.

Fires continue to rage in Los Angeles, with forecasters warning of increased winds from Sunday evening. Sixteen people are still missing, with rescue teams now prioritizing the removal of debris to areas where it is safe to return.

Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said dogs were helping 40 search and rescue teams clear damaged neighborhoods and feared the death toll could rise as house-to-house searches were conducted.