New maps constructed by Newsweek have revealed the extent of the damage caused by wildfires in California when compared to other cities. The wildfires in Southern California have led to the evacuations of over 130,

California fires have become some of the most destructive in Los Angeles history. With thousands of structures destroyed and lives lost, these wildfires are now ranking among the worst in the state’s history.

State authorities previously listed the Palisades as one of the five Southern California areas with the highest concentration of potential wildfire risks. The community also is among the areas most impacted by an unavailability of insurance coverage.

The multiple wildfires raging in California are being described by eyewitnesses as "apocalyptic." While the cost in human suffering is immeasurable, it may take weeks or longer for the true economic toll to be realized.

Satellite images from January 6th to 8th show just how quickly the California wildfires spread and the sheer scale of the devastation.

The president-elect sought to blame the climate-change-exacerbated crisis in Southern California on the state’s water management. Experts disputed his claims.