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WATCH LIVE: Department of Justice officials hold news briefing on arrest made in Palisades fire disaster

WATCH LIVE: Department of Justice officials hold news briefing on arrest made in Palisades fire disaster

Summary

Authorities have arrested a person in connection with a deadly wildfire that occurred in January in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. This fire killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,000 homes. Officials plan to discuss this arrest in a news briefing.

Key Facts

  • An arrest has been made in relation to the Pacific Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles.
  • The wildfire began on January 7 and killed 12 people.
  • Over 6,000 homes and buildings were destroyed by the fire.
  • Officials, including Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli, are set to announce more details.
  • The cause of the Pacific Palisades fire and another fire in Altadena are still unknown.
  • The Altadena fire also resulted in 18 fatalities.
  • A report found that slow evacuation warnings were due to resource shortages and outdated policies.

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