California authorities declared a state of emergency in Los Angeles due to forest fires. The fire engulfed some western regions of the city, and residents were ordered to evacuate. About 30,000 people live in the Palisades area, the evacuation zone. Local officials said that about 10,000 houses are at risk.
CNN reports, citing the White House, that US President Joe Biden, who is currently in Los Angeles, has been informed of the incident and is in contact with representatives of state and local authorities.
