Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:20pm on 24 Jan 2025,Friday International
Five new wildfires erupted in southern California on Thursday, spanning Los Angeles, San Diego, Ventura, and Riverside counties. The Hughes Fire, now 10,000 acres wide, has been contained by 36%, while other fires, including Border 2 and Laguna, continue to spread. President Trump plans to visit Los Angeles on Friday to assess the damage, amid controversy over his threat to withhold federal aid. California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a $2.5B aid package. Firefighters face elevated risks as winds persist, though expected rain this weekend may aid efforts. Concerns about potential mudslides loom over the burned areas.
