when did the palisades fire start

The Palisades Fire was first reported at about 10:30 a.m. Pacific time on January 7, 2025, in the mountains above Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles.

Quick Scoop

• Start date: January 7, 2025.

• Start time: Around 10:30 a.m. PST, when the initial fire report came in.

• Location: Hills/mountain area near a popular hiking trail above the Pacific Palisades neighborhood, Los Angeles.

A bit more context

• The fire was already about 10 acres in size when first reported around 10:30 a.m., and the combination of severe drought and strong Santa Ana winds helped it spread very quickly.

• Investigators have focused on an area near a hiking trail as the likely ignition point, but the precise cause has been the subject of ongoing investigation and legal proceedings.

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