A building that once housed restaurants and coffee shops among other businesses is seen destroyed by the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades, California, on January 12, 2025. US officials warned "dangerous and strong" winds were set to push deadly wildfires further through Los Angeles residential areas January 12 as firefighters struggled to make progress against the flames. At least 24 people have been confirmed dead from blazes that have ripped through the city, reducing whole neighborhoods to ashes and leaving thousands without homes. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)Photo: FREDERIC J. BROWN / AFP / Getty Images