Economic losses and damage are an estimated $135 billion and $150 billion, the costliest fire event in US history. Hurricane Helene in six states last fall caused up to $250 billion in damage.

Crews have reported some progress in the battle against LA’s deadly wildfires, but tens of thousands remain under evacuation orders. Follow for live updates.

A new wildfire was reported today at 10:38 a.m. in Los Angeles County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.