More than a thousand California prisoners have helped to battle the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles.

Investigators are scouring video footage, witness testimony and debris to identify the origins of two deadly fires.

The two largest fires are still burning after more than a week - but gusts that fanned the flames have eased.

A Los Angeles resident returned to find his home still standing after the Eaton fire torched his street.

A well-planned house that endured severe flames from the Palisades fire has put a spotlight on innovative protective features.

New gusts could reach hurricane-force in mountainous areas - as the US disaster's death toll creeps up.

Amelie Le Prevost, a first year student at UCLA, says she is very grateful to be safe following the wildfires.

Pigs, donkeys and even a mini cow named Cuddles found a temporary home after the LA fires.