LA Fires Update: Progress Made Against Palisades Fire

The video provides an update on the status of two fires: the Palisades and Hearst fires. The Palisades fire is currently tracked at 20,438 acres with 3,073 personnel assigned and is 8% contained. Crews have worked hard to strengthen containment lines, aided by favorable weather conditions. However, wind gusts are expected to challenge these efforts. Evacuation orders remain in place for the Palisades fire. The Hearst fire has been updated to 771 acres with 37% containment, and all evacuation orders have been lifted.

How many personnel were assigned to manage the fire that spread over 20,438 acres?

• 2,500

• 5,000

• 3,073

• 1,500

What area did the crews focus on for strengthening containment lines and addressing spot fires?

• Santa Monica

• Malibu

• Topanga Canyon

• Beverly Hills

What percentage of the Palisades fire was contained after the overnight efforts?

• 8%

• 12%

• 10%

• 5%

What natural factor is expected to challenge the containment lines during daylight hours?

• Rain

• Wind gusts

• Fog

• Snow

What is the updated containment percentage of the Hearst Fire?

• 37%

• 50%

• 25%

• 45%