At least 10 people are believed to be dead -- with the Los Angeles County sheriff saying he expects that number to rise -- as devastating fires spread across Southern California amid dry and windy conditions, leaving officials scrambling to contain the historic destruction.

Thousands of firefighters are battling at least five sprawling wildfires spread around the LA area. The largest, the Palisades Fire, in Pacific Palisades, has scorched over 19,000 acres, destroyed thousands of structures and is 6% contained. The Eaton Fire, in Altadena, now stands at more than 13,000 acres and 0% contained. More than 180,000 people have been ordered to evacuate as the infernos spread.

At least 10 people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.{ai:summary}<p>Devastating wildfires in Southern California have resulted in at least 10 confirmed deaths, with expectations for that number to rise. Thousands of firefighters are combating multiple large fires, including the Palisades Fire, which has burned over 19,000 acres and is only 6% contained.</p><p>Evacuations are in effect for over 180,000 residents as officials work to manage the destruction. The Eaton Fire has also expanded to more than 13,000 acres and remains fully uncontained. #society</p>

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