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California Wildfires Cause Widespread Devastation and Emergency Response

Unprecedented wildfires in Los Angeles County have resulted in significant destruction, loss of life, and a massive evacuation effort as officials respond to the crisis.

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Devastating wildfires in California have destroyed thousands of structures, leading to at least five fatalities and forcing over 130,000 evacuations. Fire crews from multiple states are assisting local firefighters. Criticism of city leaders has intensified due to budget cuts and perceived negligence. The fires have overwhelmed firefighting resources, and infrastructure challenges have compounded the crisis. With no full containment yet, the situation remains dire as residents return to find their homes in ruins or lost altogether.

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