In response to the devastating wildfires ravaging Los Angeles, Iran has expressed its readiness to assist victims.
In a message sent to Cliff Holtz, CEO of the American Red Cross, Iran’s Red Crescent Society conveyed deep condolences for the tragedy.
The message highlighted the global concern sparked by the destruction, which has led to the loss of lives, properties, and environmental damage.
Iran offered to send specialised response teams, equipment, and trained personnel to support firefighting and relief efforts.
Emphasising the need for international collaboration, Iran reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian aid regardless of borders, and underscored the importance of global cooperation to address the crisis.
The wildfires have claimed at least 24 lives, destroyed over 12,000 buildings, and forced the evacuation of approximately 153,000 people.
Local authorities continue to fight the flames, with powerful winds and dry conditions exacerbating the situation.
On the other hand, Firefighters in the Los Angeles area intensified efforts to contain wildfires that had destroyed thousands of homes and resulted in at least 24 deaths.
The fires, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, had also left 16 people missing, a number that authorities expected to rise.
Red flag warnings for dangerous fire conditions were issued through Wednesday, with winds reaching 113 kph in the mountains.
Meteorologist Rich Thompson had warned that Tuesday would be the most hazardous day due to strong winds and dry conditions.
To support firefighting efforts, 70 additional water trucks had arrived, and aircraft had dropped fire retardant to prevent further spread.
The Santa Ana winds, along with prolonged drought conditions, had worsened the situation in areas that had received little to no rainfall in over eight months.
By Sunday, 12 people were missing in the Eaton Fire zone and four in the Palisades Fire zone, with authorities investigating additional reports of missing persons.
The death toll included 8 deaths from the Palisades Fire and 16 from the Eaton Fire.
