Amid the devastating wildfires in Southern California — including the Pacific Palisades fire that has so far spread across at least 2,900 acres as of 8:00 a.m. local time on Wednesday, Jan. 8 — experts are saying that the situation is far from improving.
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00:00Unfortunately, we have two reported fatalities to civilians, unknown cause at this time and
00:08we do have a number of significant injuries.
00:12We have well over 5,000 acres that have burned and the fire is growing.
00:18We have no percentage of containment.
00:21The National Weather Service has predicted a continued red flag weather event with strong
00:27winds and low humidities, placing all residents of Los Angeles County in danger.
00:35To all of our viewers, please prioritize your safety as well as the well-being of those
00:43around you as we come together to continue to get through this widespread disaster.