A man has been arrested in connection with one of the multiple wildfires devastating Los Angeles and other areas in California. Among the fires, the Palisades and Eaton fires are the largest, with others named Kenneth, Hurst, and Lidia also causing destruction.
Authorities suspect arson in the Kenneth Fire, the newest blaze, which reportedly began in the San Fernando Valley near Ventura County and the West Hills area. Locals detained a man seen with a blowtorch attempting to ignite trash cans and old Christmas trees until police arrived.
At least 10 fatalities have been reported, with thousands of residents forced to evacuate as 10,000 structures have been destroyed. Strong winds continue to fuel the flames, prompting LA Mayor Karen Bass to warn of rapid fire spread. Roads were congested as evacuees fled, with many abandoning cars to escape on foot. Emergency crews utilized bulldozers and summoned off-duty firefighters to combat the blazes.