How the Palisades and Eaton fires unfolded on live TV

On Jan. 7, 2025, Southern California faced chaos as two deadly wildfires erupted: the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire. The Palisades blaze scorched 23,000+ acres, destroyed 6,800 structures, and claimed 12 lives. KTLA’s team reported live from the devastation, sharing harrowing scenes and stories as firefighters battled for weeks to contain the flames.