AFP13 January 2025 | 4:10

Los Angeles fires: Over 20 killed

The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner published a list of fatalities without giving details of any identities.

Los Angeles fires: Over 20 killed

A fast-moving wildfire in a Los Angeles suburb burned buildings and sparked panic, with thousands ordered to evacuate 7 January 2025 as 'life threatening' winds whipped the region. Picture: AFP

The number of people confirmed dead in fires that are burning through the US city of Los Angeles rose to 24 on Sunday, authorities said.

The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner published a list of fatalities without giving details of any identities. Eight of the dead were found in the Palisades Fire zone, and 16 in the Eaton Fire zone, the document said.