New wildfire sparks chaos in Los Angeles County
A fast-moving wildfire, named the Hughes Fire, has scorched more than 9,000 acres in northern Los Angeles County near Castaic.
The blaze erupted Wednesday morning and rapidly spread due to red flag conditions, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate.
By evening, it had consumed 9,200 acres with firefighters battling to stop its advance into Ventura County.
This latest inferno adds to the series of devastating fires that have struck Los Angeles since Jan. 7.
The Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire have already killed 28 people combined and caused mass destruction.
While these earlier fires now are largely contained, their aftermath has left thousands displaced.
Authorities are urging nearby communities to remain on high alert as conditions remain volatile.
Fire crews continue their efforts to control the Hughes Fire amid challenging weather.
President Donald Trump has criticized the response to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, calling it an unprecedented disaster that makes the U.S. look weak.
In a Fox News interview, Trump commented on the rapid spread of the flames saying, “It looked like our country was helpless.”
He expressed frustration over the lack of preparedness, adding it took over a week to partially control some fires.
The wildfires have caused billions of dollars in damages, destroying homes and forcing widespread evacuations.
Trump highlighted the impact on wealthy and influential people who lost their homes.
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