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Damages and emergency response costs related to the early days of the multiple wildfires that burned in Los Angeles are anticipated to reach $385 million with that figure expected to grow, according to a preliminary report issued Wednesday.
During a discussion with City Council members, City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo said numerous facilities and public infrastructure were damaged as a result of the fires. He anticipated that the city will be eligible for at least partial reimbursement by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
The estimate covered damages incurred from the start of the fires on Jan. 7 to Jan. 10. Of that $385 million, $350 million is associated with damages to infrastructure and city properties.


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