A arrest has been made in relation to the Palisades fire, which caused generalized destruction in Los Angeles County and killed a dozen people earlier this year, sources close to the investigation confirmed to ABC News.
The officials responsible for enforcing federal and local law are scheduled to announce a “significant development” in criminal investigation on the fire on Wednesday.
An aerial view shows the devastation left by the fire of Palisades in the Palisades section of the Los Angeles Pacific, on January 27, 2025.
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The fire exploded on January 7, burning more than 23,000 acres in more than three weeks and destroying almost 7,000 structures, according to California firefighters.
He lit the same day as Eaton Fire, who burned more than 14.00 acres in Los Angeles County, destroying more than 9,400 structures and killing 19 people, according to officials.
The fires began to burn during the strong winds of Santa Ana, which, combined with dry conditions, helped their ability to extend rapidly. This spread caused mass evacuations.
The fire of Palisades decimated the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles.
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