LOS ANGELES (KTLA) – Satellite images show the devastation caused by two wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Altadena and Pasadena that have burned more than 34,000 acres, destroyed at least 10,000 structures and claimed 10 lives. It conveys a unique and heartbreaking tragedy.
Maxar Technologies shared before-and-after images of some areas destroyed by the Palisades and Eaton fires. Compare the photos using the slider below.
These satellite images provided by Maxar Technologies show homes before and after the Palisades Fire, which occurred in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles on October 20, 2024 and January 9, 2025. (Maxar Technologies via AP) These satellite images provided by Maxar Technologies show homes and businesses before and after the Palisades Fire along Pacific Coast Highway and Tuna Canyon, October 20 and January 2024. These satellite images provided by Maxar Technologies show buildings near Marathon Road before and after the Eaton Fire on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 in Altadena, California (via Maxar Technologies AP)
The fire started Tuesday as dry, hurricane-force winds battered Southern California. Southern California hasn’t had significant rain since early 2024. Experts estimate the damage could be well over $100 billion.
President Joe Biden declared a federal emergency, clearing the way for federal funds to fight the fire and help with recovery.
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