a map of a fire
Source: The State of California.
Brian Cohen·
Weather
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Wildfires Impact Los Angeles County in Southern California: January 2025 Travel Alert

Mandatory evacuation orders have been issued.

Wildfires impact Los Angeles County in Southern California in January 2025 as at least two fatalities have been reported — and the high winds in the area are only exacerbating this situation, causing some airlines to issue travel waivers.

Wildfires Impact Los Angeles County in Southern California: January 2025 Travel Alert

The following statement is currently posted at the official Internet web site of the National Weather Service of the United States:

Extremely Critical Fire Weather in Southern California

High winds and low relative humidity will continue critical to extremely critical fire weather in southern California through Thursday.

Although 35 wildfires are currently burning in the state of California, the one that has been getting the most attention is the Palisades Fire, which is affecting as many as 11,802 acres at the time this article was written.

Extreme fire behavior, including short and long-range spotting, continues to challenge firefighting efforts for the Palisades Fire. Winds gusts up to 60 MPH are expected to continue through Thursday, potentially aiding in further fire activity and suppression efforts.

CAL FIRE Incident Management Team II has been activated to assist Los Angeles County Fire and Los Angeles City Fire. Firefighters and air resources will continue to work to protect the community, and infrastructures and gain control over fire containment.

Due to the immediate threat to life, a lawful evacuation order was issued for people in certain zones to LEAVE NOW, as the area is lawfully closed to public access. Additionally, an evacuation warning was issued due to the potential threat to life and property. Anyone who requires additional time to evacuate — as well as people with pets and livestock — should leave now.

Flight Waivers, Delays and Cancellations

If you are traveling to, from, or within the sLos Angeles area over the next several days or so, expect delays and cancellations of flights. Keep up to date on the latest information pertaining to the wildfires which may adversely affect your travel plans. Better yet, postponing or canceling your trip might be a better option — no matter which mode of travel you plan on taking.

If you have a flight scheduled, your flight may be delayed or canceled — and you may be eligible for a waiver of a fee to change your itinerary.

See also

Here are eight airlines which have issued travel alerts as a result of the wildfires:

Final Boarding Call

Do not be surprised to see additional airlines issue travel waivers — as well as existing travel waivers being extended — as long as the wildfires remain out of control.

Be sure to contact your airline or transportation provider for the latest information pertaining to your travels — if they are adversely affected — and please: travel safely.

Source: The State of California.

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