At least five people have been killed in fast-spreading wildfires in the Los Angeles city of California state, prompting evacuations of more than 100,000 people, says a media report.
There are at least six fires, sparked by dry conditions and powerful winds. The newest, the Sunset Fire, erupted shortly before 6pm in the Hollywood Hills. It quickly grew to 20 acres, the NBC News reported.
The Palisades fire has already burnt through more than 15,800 acres, the Eaton blaze has exploded to 10,600 acres and the Hurst fire has affected more than 700 acres.
Some firefighters are hindered by low water pressure and out-of-service hydrants.
The Palisades fire had destroyed 1,000 structures, officials said. More than 450,000 customers are without electricity in Southern California.
Officials told people in evacuation zones to leave immediately. People near the blazes should pack go-bags, plan on places to meet other household members and know how to flee safely.
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