Thousands evacuate as wildfire spreads near Los Angeles

A rapidly spreading wildfire near Los Angeles has prompted evacuation orders for thousands of residents. The fire has destroyed multiple homes and consumed nearly 20,000 acres in just 24 hours, fueled by strong winds and dry vegetation. Firefighters are actively battling the blaze, but resources are strained. Some fire trucks ran out of water while fighting the flames, leading to challenges in maintaining water supply for firefighting efforts. While the cause of the fire is still unknown, meteorologists had issued a Red Flag Warning due to dangerous fire conditions. Winds have eased slightly, but power companies have cut electricity to tens of thousands to prevent new fires.