Xinhua Headlines: Catastrophic wildfires rage in Los Angeles, causing massive losses

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Los Angeles County is grappling with one of the most destructive wildfire crises in its history, as flames fueled by powerful winds and prolonged dry conditions have ravaged the most populous county in the U.S. state of California.

Since the blazes erupted on Tuesday, more than 36,000 acres have been scorched, over 10,000 structures destroyed, and at least 11 lives lost.

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