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At least 11 people have died and thousands of structures have been reduced to ashes due to severe wildfires in the Los Angeles area of California, USA. Among the deceased are four men and one woman who stayed behind to protect their homes or could not leave Altadena, near Pasadena. TWO PEOPLE IN CUSTODYThe fires in and around Los Angeles, which have been out of control for days, continue to spread to new areas. According to NBC News, two unidentified individuals have been detained on suspicion of arson in the West Valley area near the fire, as reported by Los Angeles law enforcement officials. INVESTIGATING CONNECTIONS OF THE FIRESThe individuals whom nearby residents claim were "trying to start a fire" are being investigated for their connection to the incident. Authorities are also looking into possible connections with other fires in the area. BIDEN: IT REMINDS ME OF A WAR SCENEUS President Joe Biden provided a briefing on the response efforts to the fire disaster. Speaking alongside Vice President Kamala Harris, Biden noted that some progress has been made, stating, "We will ensure that California has every resource available to fight this fire and survive." He remarked that the effects of the fire currently remind him of a "war scene" in Los Angeles, citing climate change as a factor that exacerbates the severity of wildfires. Responding to reporters' questions, Biden said that every step taken is shared with the new president's team, and he hopes they will continue these efforts. Regarding casualties, Biden stated, "It is likely to increase." REMINDING OF GAZAAs the fires in the region, closely followed by the whole world, continue, the images that emerged reminded of Gaza, which was devastated by Israel with the support of the USA. BEFORE AND AFTER THE DISASTERMeanwhile, the comparison of photos taken after the wildfire with satellite images from previous periods revealed the extent of the fire's impact.
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