How The L.A. Wildfires Added Up By The Numbers

The devastating L.A. wildfires tore through thousands of acres—reducing homes, businesses and landscapes to ash as flames spread across the county—here’s a look at how it all added up by the numbers.

Firefighters arrive at the scene as Eliot Arts Magnet Middle School burns during the Eaton fire in Altadena; PHOTO BY JOSH EDELSON/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES

The devastating L.A. wildfires tore through thousands of acres—reducing homes, businesses and landscapes to ash as flames spread across the county. Fueled by dry conditions and powerful winds, the fires left entire neighborhoods displaced. But as the destruction mounted, the community responded with incredible resilience, with firefighters, first responders and volunteers working tirelessly to combat the destruction and support those affected. Here’s a look at how it all added up by the numbers.

29

Between the Palisades and Eaton fires, 29 lives were lost. Our hearts go out to the individuals and their loved ones during this difficult time.

37,728

The Palisades and Eaton fires burned a combined total of 37,728 acres.

5,123

Cal Fire reports that 5,123 personnel were dispatched by Jan. 13 to help fight the Palisades fire.

1.5 inches

In late January, L.A. received .5 to 1.5 inches of rain, enough to put the fires at bay for at least a few weeks. Ryan Kittell, a National Weather Service meteorologist, shared with sources that the Los Angeles Basin requires around 2-4 inches of rain to declare an end to wildfire season.

$250 million

Thousands of GoFundMe pages have popped up in response to those who lost their houses during the wildfires. As of mid-February, more than $250 million had been raised across all campaigns for financial support.

16,248

An estimated 16,248 total structures, both commercial and residential, were destroyed in the Eaton and Palisades fires.

200,000

Around 200,000 Angelenos were forced to evacuate. This inspired local hotels and Airbnb to take action and accommodate anyone who had been displaced.

10

A total of 10 wildfires sprung up in L.A. County in January, including the Palisades, Eaton, Hughes, Kenneth, Hurst, Lidia, Sepulveda, Sunset, Woodley and Archer fires.

1,000

As of Jan. 26, 2025, the Pasadena Humane Society reported helping at least 1,000 animals displaced by the L.A. wildfires beginning on Jan. 7.

$2,500,000,000

The California Legislature passed a set of bills to provide $2.5 billion in bridge funding for both local and state relief efforts. This was just the first step in ensuring needs are met county-wide.

Infinite

The support from the L.A. community and nationwide was infinite—showcasing the city’s strength and resilience now more than ever.