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SoCal Strong: Hope and generosity come for victims of California wildfires

Since the deadly and devastating wildfires in Southern California began last week, businesses, organizations and individuals have found ways to help and donate to the people who had to evacuate.
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SoCal Strong: Hope and generosity come for victims of California wildfires
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Thousands displaced by California wildfires begin uncertain return home

Families are being allowed to see what remains of their neighborhoods. Relief operations are also going into overdrive, with all three LA sports stadiums running donation drives. 
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Thousands displaced by California wildfires begin uncertain return home
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Woman loses 'everything' in LA fire just weeks before giving birth

Chloe Garcia, who is seven months pregnant, and her family recently lost their Altadena, California, home in the Eaton Fire.
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Chloe Garcia, who is 7 months pregnant, and her partner Giovanni Figueroa lost their Altadena, California home in the Eaton Fire.
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Thousands of residents return home after some Palisades Fire evacuation orders lift

Although residents are returning home, there is still an uneasy feeling about the state of the fires.
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Although residents are returning home, there is still an uneasy feeling about the state of the fires.
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Housing activist loses family home in Eaton Fire

Zella Knight was forced to evacuate her home in Altadena while helping others in need of housing during the Southern California wildfires.
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VIDEO: Housing activist loses family home in Eaton Fire
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Altadena mourns loss of school in California fire

The Aveson Charter School in Altadena served around 300 elementary school students, and some of those children lost both their school and home.
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VIDEO: Altadena mourns loss of school in California fire
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Family loses ‘dream home’ in Eaton Fire

Altadena resident John Vrsalovich discusses losing his family’s “dream home” to the Eaton Fire.
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Family loses ‘dream home’ in Eaton Fire
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Altadena resident watched as home burned in California fire

Sylvie Andrews, an Altadena resident, joins ABC News to share how her community has remained united during this difficult time.
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VIDEO: Altadena resident watched as home burned in California fire
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Servers at iconic restaurant lose jobs due to fires

Moonshadows servers Leigh and Charles Cain discuss losing the iconic Malibu restaurant that they both worked at for nearly a decade.
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Servers at iconic restaurant lose jobs due to fires
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Family recounts losing their ‘forever home’ in Altadena

The Moreno family lost their home of 19 years in the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, highlighting the loss of their home and community.
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Family recounts losing their ‘forever home’ in Altadena
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Domestic workers lose jobs and communities due to fires

Palisades-area housekeeper Carol Mayorga discusses how the LA wildfires have impacted her livelihood and her anxieties for what’s next.
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VIDEO: Domestic workers lose jobs and communities due to fires
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A timeline of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires as they continue to burn

Dozens of people are believed to have died in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have burned down whole swaths of communities
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A palm tree burns as powerful winds fueling devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area force people to evacuate, at the Eaton Fire in Altadena, Calif., on Jan. 8, 2025.
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LA rents spike after wildfires, forcing rental listing sites to act

Sites that host rental listings in the Los Angeles County area are scrambling to address rent gouging amid the destructive, deadly wildfires ravaging the region.
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A house, seemingly untouched by the Palisades Fire, stands amid the charred remains of other homes destroyed by the fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, Calif., on Jan. 15, 2025.
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Here's how to help wildfire victims as California blazes explode in size

Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.
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A person uses a garden hose in an effort to save a neighboring home from catching fire during the Eaton Fire, Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, California.
January 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM

Malibu pastors share words of wisdom

On Faith Friday, Chris and Julie Bennett of Vintage Church Malibu share updates on their community and their words of wisdom as we head into the weekend.
January 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM
VIDEO: Malibu pastors share words of wisdom
January 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM

California lawyer provides emergency housing to wildfire victims

ABC News contributor Rocsi Diaz speaks with Gina Zapanta, who is helping provide housing and shelter to over 300 wildfire evacuees.
January 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM
VIDEO: California lawyer provides emergency housing to wildfire victims
January 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM

Family in Altadena lost 4 homes

Seventeen members of the Williams family are currently displaced after losing four homes and three others were severely damaged in the Altadena fire. The family shares their hardship.
January 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
VIDEO: Family in Altadena lost 4 homes
January 17, 2025 at 8:37 PM

Pregnant woman loses her 'forever home' in the LA wildfires

At seven months pregnant, Chloe Garcia and her family lost their homes as the LA wildfires devastated their neighborhood in Altadena.
January 17, 2025 at 8:37 PM
At seven months pregnant, Chloe Garcia and her family lost their homes as the LA wildfires devastated their neighborhood in Altadena.
January 17, 2025 at 8:38 PM

Tips for protecting your heart after a wildfire

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton shares tips for protecting your heart after a wildfire.
January 17, 2025 at 8:38 PM
VIDEO: Tips for protecting your heart after a wildfire
January 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM

The Home Depot makes donation to victims of California fires

BJ Powers from The Home Depot is back on “GMA3” sharing an exclusive announcement for the victims of the California wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
VIDEO: Home Depot makes donation to victims of California fires
January 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM

California Lt. Gov. talks Palisades and Eaton Canyon fires

Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis discusses the damage she saw first hand in the Pacific Palisades and in Eaton Canyon.
January 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
VIDEO: California Lt. Gov. talks Palisades and Eaton Canyon fires
January 17, 2025 at 8:29 PM

Southern California residents come together to rebuild following wildfires

Robin Roberts and Michael Strahan discuss what residents in Southern California are doing to rebuild their lives following the deadly, destructive wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 8:29 PM
VIDEO: Southern California residents come together to rebuild following wildfires
January 17, 2025 at 8:26 PM

Timeline: How the deadly California wildfires unfolded

Analysts say the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire, which started on Jan. 7, together are on track to be the worst natural disaster in U.S. history by cost.
January 17, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Timeline: How the deadly California wildfires unfolded
January 17, 2025 at 8:14 PM

Family of 17 happy to be alive despite losing 4 homes in California fires

The Williams family is happy to be alive despite losing four homes in the Altadena California wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 8:14 PM
The Williams family prays before having dinner after losing their homes in the California wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 8:09 PM

Prisoner fighting LA fires given 'path for a second chance'

As the disastrous infernos destroy neighborhoods in Southern California, over 1,000 prisoners are working as “volunteer firefighters” to help extinguish the blazes.
January 17, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Sal Almanza, an inmate firefighter battling the LA fires, is seen on camera with a correctional officer Lieutenant Manny Nunez.
January 17, 2025 at 8:04 PM

Firefighters open up about losing their own homes in LA wildfires

Firefighters from the Pasadena Fire Department opened up about losing their own homes following wildfires in Los Angeles County.
January 17, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Charles Hawes, a firefighter for the Pasadena Fire Department, is one of at least 12 firefighters who have lost their homes in Los Angeles area wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 7:43 PM

DHS' Mayorkas: Tragedies not the place for political disagreements

A target for political criticism, he spoke in an exit interview with ABC News.
January 17, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas speaks, Oct. 1, 2024, during a briefing at the White House in Washington.
January 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Firefighter pilots play key role in stopping LA wildfires

Paul Peterson, executive director of the United Aerial Firefighters Assoc., talks about the pilots currently supporting firefighters on the ground in Southern California from the air.
January 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
VIDEO: Firefighter pilots play key role in stopping LA wildfires
January 17, 2025 at 5:54 PM

How Americans are reacting to the Los Angeles wildfires

Polling shows many Americans blame climate change for the Los Angeles wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 5:54 PM
A utilities worker views damage from the Palisades Fire, in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, on Jan. 12, 2025.
January 17, 2025 at 5:52 PM

Hermosa Hermanos supports California fire victims

Co-founder Liz Tyndorf shares how the organization of Hermosa Beach mothers and sons quickly mobilized to assist, providing aid at the LA Regional Food Bank Distribution Center.
January 17, 2025 at 5:52 PM
VIDEO: Nonprofit Hermosa Hermanos supports California fire victims
January 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM

FireAid benefit concert for those affected by LA fires: Everything to know

More performers have been added to the FireAid benefit concert lineup.
January 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Katy Perry attends an event on Dec. 16, 2024, in Philadelphia. | Lady Gaga attends a premiere on Sept. 30, 2024 in Hollywood, Calif. | Billie Eilish attends the 2024 Glamour Women of the Year Awards on Oct. 8, 2024, in New York.
January 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM

California wildfires leave thousands of kids out of school

The Department of Education shows at least 50 schools have been impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California.
January 17, 2025 at 5:12 PM
VIDEO: California wildfires leave thousands of kids out of school
January 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM

Man who lost home in LA fire reacts to outpouring of support, nearly $1M in donations

Walt Butler lived in his home in Altadena, California, for 60 years.
January 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
"Good Morning America" co-anchor Robin Roberts speaks with Walt Butler, who lost his home in a fire that broke out in Altadena, California.
January 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM

Firefighters lose homes while battling California blazes

Thousands of men and women have been on the frontlines working to contain the flames and some of those firefighters have been impacted personally, losing their homes to protect their communities.
January 17, 2025 at 4:53 PM
VIDEO: Firefighters lose homes while battling California blazes
January 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM

Family who lost 9 homes in Eaton Fire vows to rebuild

The Jenkins family received a surprise donation on "GMA" after losing nine homes in the Los Angeles area wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The Jenkins family open up on "Good Morning America" about losing their nine homes in Altadena, Calif. and their commitment to rebuilding after the Eaton Fire.
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Impact of wildfires on the entertainment industry

"GMA" explores how the Southern California fires have affected Hollywood, with many stars losing their homes in the devastation.
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
VIDEO: Impact of wildfires on the entertainment industry
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM

ABC News correspondents talk reporting during fires

Matt Gutman, Kayna Whitworth and their teams have been on the front lines, covering the wildfires as both journalists and Los Angeles residents.
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
VIDEO: ABC News correspondents talk reporting during fires
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM

A look at the wildfire devastation in historic Altadena

The "GMA" series "SoCal Strong" speaks with families returning to the rubble of their homes in the historic California community where wildfires have destroyed generations of history.
January 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
VIDEO: A look at the wildfire devastation in historic Altadena
January 17, 2025 at 4:06 PM

SoCal Strong: Donation total for fire victims

"GMA" announces our wildfire relief efforts have reached nearly $6.5 million thanks to generous contributions.
January 17, 2025 at 4:06 PM
VIDEO: SoCal Strong: Donation total for fire victims
January 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Firefighters race to contain flames before winds pick back up

Officials in Southern California are sounding the alarm that the lull in deadly fire conditions is only temporary and there are more extreme winds on the horizon next week.
January 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
VIDEO: Firefighters race to contain flames before winds pick back up
January 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Los Angeles food bank rallies to help wildfire victims

ABC News’ Ginger Zee visits the L.A. Regional Food Bank distribution center, which distributes donations to food banks throughout the area, in the aftermath of the wildfire disaster.
January 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
VIDEO: Los Angeles food bank rallies to help wildfire victims
January 17, 2025 at 10:55 AM

The difficulties of rebuilding in the same spot after the LA wildfires subside

The Los Angeles wildfires have reduced entire communities to ash.
January 17, 2025 at 10:55 AM
A house, seemingly untouched by the Palisades Fire, stands amid the charred remains of other homes destroyed by the fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, Calif., on Jan. 15, 2025.
January 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM

LA wildfire victims: What we know about those killed

Family members have begun to identify the residents who were killed in the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
January 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM
In this undated photo, Rory Sykes, right, is seen with his mother Shelley Sykes.
January 17, 2025 at 4:49 AM

Shohei Ohtani is donating $500,000 to help firefighters and others affected by the LA wildfires

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is donating $500,000 to help firefighters and others affected by the area's deadly wildfires
January 17, 2025 at 4:49 AM
FILE - Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is honored for being first MLB player to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Los Angeles, Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
January 17, 2025 at 2:45 AM

Moms launch project to reunite kids impacted by LA fires with stuffed toys

Moms Randi and Jenny Jaffe launched the LA Lost Stuffy Project to help displaced kids and their families impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires.
January 17, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Emily Balliet’s son was reunited with their stuffed unicorn with the help of the LA Lost Stuffy Project.
January 17, 2025 at 1:47 AM

Firefighters race to contain LA wildfires as winds subside

Battered firefighters and communities got a chance to breathe, but water used to douse the flames triggered a new risk -- landslides. One surviving Pacific Palisades home was crushed on Thursday.
January 17, 2025 at 1:47 AM
VIDEO: Firefighters race to contain LA wildfires as winds subside
January 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM

Moms launch initiative to reunite kids displaced by LA fires with their favorite toys

The LA Lost Stuffy Project aims to help replace beloved items like stuffed animals, toys and blankets for kids who were displaced by the devastating Los Angeles area fires.
January 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM
The LA Lost Stuffy Project aims to help replace beloved items like stuffed animals, toys and blankets for kids who were displaced by the devastating Los Angeles area fires.
January 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM

Palisades elementary students return to class after school burns in LA fire

"We're excited to go back to some normalcy for the kids mostly," one parent said.
January 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
"We're excited to go back to some normalcy for the kids mostly,"one parent said.
January 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM

Jay Leno serves food to firefighters battling Palisades Fire

"We're cooking for the crew, and you guys, if you're hungry, we got a big barbecue going," Leno said.
January 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
"We're cooking for the crew, and you guys, if you're hungry, we got a big barbecue going," Leno said.
January 16, 2025 at 10:48 PM

How one Altadena family is keeping hope alive after losing their home

The Taylor family reflects on their evacuation from the Eaton Fire and discusses the loss of their home in Altadena.
January 16, 2025 at 10:48 PM
The Taylor family faces an uncertain future after losing their home in the California wildfires.