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California is facing one of the most devastating fires in recent history, ravaging ever since 11 days several areas of Los Angeles, including Pacific Palisades et Eaton. These forest fires, fueled by powerful winds from the Pacific Ocean, destroyed infrastructure and caused considerable human and economic losses.
According to data published by the Sylvis laboratory at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and reported by the Associated Press agency, 10.36 square kilometers devastated in the urban areas of Palisades and Eaton constitute the greatest losses in urban area since the 1980s. This damage is twice as high to those of the infamous Woolsey fire in 2018.
Alarming human and material toll
The authorities report that 25 people lost their liveswhile 12 000 structures were reduced to ashes, wiping out entire neighborhoods. More than 150,000 people were evacuated, and approximately 6.5 million inhabitants remain threatened by new fires.
To limit the spread of the flames, emergency services cut off electricity in 77,000 homes. Despite partial control of fires in certain areas, the danger persists with more than 37 000 acres burned, an area equivalent to that of Washington DC
A staggering economic cost
The damage caused by these fires is estimated between 250 and 275 billion dollarsheavily impacting the Californian economy. These losses include the destruction of infrastructure, expenses related to evacuations, and disruption of commercial activities.
-The economic importance of California
California is the economic engine of the United States, representing 15% you PIB national. If it were a country, it would rank as the fifth economic power in the worldsurpassing nations like the United Kingdom or India.
Key sectors of the California economy:
- Technology : The Silicon Valleybirthplace of giants like Apple, Google, and Facebook.
- Agriculture : Leading agricultural producer in the United States, particularly for almonds, grapes and dairy products.
- Entertainment : Headquarters of Hollywood, epicenter of the global film industry.
- Renewable energies : Leader in solar and wind energy investment.
- Commerce international : The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach play a crucial role in global trade.
A recurring challenge
Large fires are becoming a seasonal tragedy in California, amplified by extreme weather conditions and environmental changes.
These events highlight the urgency of adopting strengthened prevention strategies to protect communities and infrastructure.
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