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Tragic Palisades Fire Claims 31 Lives, Destroys Homes
12/29/2025
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Story summary
- The Palisades Fire erupted on January 7, 2025, burning over 23,400 acres between Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
- The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire killed at least 31 people and destroyed more than 16,000 structures.
- Victoria Escalante, 69, who relocated to Pacific Palisades after the 2018 Camp Fire, had her new home engulfed.
- Escalante expressed disbelief at the losses and said she hoped for a secure retirement in the community.
