Firefighters continue to fight the Palisades fire, which has burned more than 17,200 acres, and the Eaton fire, which has charred at least 10,600 acres in the Pasadena and Altadena areas.

Fires ignited in Pacific Palisades, Sylmar, Altadena and Hollywood Hills, forcing thousands to evacuate amid a life-threatening and destructive windstorm slamming Southern California.

Six wildfires continue to burn around Los Angeles county as of Friday afternoon local time, with authorities trying to contain the blazes.

Insurers have been cutting coverage for thousands of homeowners across the neighborhoods most affected by this week's California wildfires.

Insurance costs in one of the most expensive U.S. neighborhoods are relatively low Tight regulations keep prices down but discourage insurers Insurance costs more in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward Jan 9 - The Pacific Palisades area ravaged by wildfires in Los Angeles is one of the most expensive neighborhoods in the U.

On Tuesday, flames tore through Palisades Charter High School, which reports show was previously used to offer shelter to people escaping Southern California wildfires like the 19