Daily Wildfire Updates: Jan. 23, 2025

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Firefighters monitor flames caused by the Hughes Fire along Castaic Lake in Castaic on Jan. 22, 2025. Photo by Marcio Jose Sanchez, AP Photo

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Hey there, and welcome to the daily public media wildfires update.

These fires aren’t done with us yet. Stay on top of the latest evacuations and warnings in the Castaic area by following @laistofficial on social media and at LAist.com.

Today, LAist has updated coverage of the new Hughes Fire, California passes billions in wildfire relief, and PBS NewsHour has a moving piece remembering the victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires.

Stay safe.

The Latest

Ongoing, updated coverage of the Hughes Fire, the latest wildfire to hit LA County. (LAist)
California's Legislature rushes $2.5 billion in aid for LA fire recovery. (CalMatters)
Childcare providers were already struggling. Now the fires have left some without work or homes. (LAist)
Remembering the victims of the LA wildfires. (PBS NewsHour)
Los Angeles is busy piecing lives back together after widespread tragedy. (CalMatters)

Looking Ahead

Was your home affected by the fires? We’ve put together some of your options for next steps. (LAist)
Can I eat my backyard produce? Addressing fears about ash and food. (LA Public Press)

Fact Check

Get the facts on our air quality with Dr. Rita Kachru from UCLA. (LAist)
Altadena residents question why warnings came late. (LA Public Press)

Resources & Ways to Help

Support systems play key role in recovery. Here are some resources for dealing with grief and anxiety. (LAist)
How to help fire victims as we enter the next phase of recovery. (LAist)

Moment of Zen/Mental Health

The rose gardener at the Self Realization Fellowship in Pacific Palisades reflects on its survival. (California Local)

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