California windstorm fuels Pacific Palisades wildfire as residents flee
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Santa Monica, a coastal city with a population of about 90,000, is located between Malibu and Los Angeles, and just to the west of Pacific Palisades.
Firefighting resources across the region have already been stretched thin to the point that the city of L.A. Fire Department requested that all off-duty firefighters call in to their supervisors to report if they’re available to assist in the firefight.
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“We’re all freaked out everywhere, all shaking,” Pacific Palisades resident Sue told CBS Los Angeles. “The fire department have been the most amazing humans. They hugged us and said don’t worry we’ll take care of you. They have been amazing.” She estimated winds earlier at 50 mph.
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The Santa Ana wind event is expected to be the worst the region has seen in more than a decade, according to the National Weather Service.
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