Evacuation orders have been issued for over 30,000 residents in the Los Angeles area following the outbreak of two wildfires on Tuesday. Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley confirmed the situation during a news conference.
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell expressed concern about the escalating situation, stating, 'This is something that is going to get worse tonight.' As of Tuesday afternoon, a total of 30,000 individuals from 10,000 households, 15,000 structures, businesses, and other buildings have been evacuated.