The wildfires that erupted this week across Los Angeles County are far from contained, but they're already expected to be the costliest in U.S. history and among the worst natural disasters.

Economic losses and damage are an estimated $135 billion and $150 billion, the costliest fire event in US history. Hurricane Helene in six states last fall caused up to $250 billion in damage.

The devastating blazes have killed at least 11 people and incinerated more than 12,000 structures since Tuesday.

Wildfire starts to spread in Mandeville Canyon as fire crew attempt to contain the flame on Jan. 11, 2025. ↓ Read More

The Los Angeles area is waking up to a fifth day of wildfires after a massive flare-up of the Palisades fire forced more evacuations Friday night. The Palisades and Eaton wildfires have killed at least 11 people and destroyed some 12,

As of Friday afternoon, six wildfires were burning across Los Angeles County, including a fresh one that had ignited just hours earlier.