Watch Duty: The story behind the app saving lives during LA fires

The Watch Duty app stemmed from frustration and anger over the lack of centralized and reliable information provided by the government during wildfire emergencies.

Watch Duty app proved essential during LA fires
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In the first days of the fires, Watch Duty shot to the No. 1 spot in Apple's app store seemingly overnight. It provides users easy-to-read maps showing burn areas, evacuation zones, fire cameras and more.

Animals rescued during fires in Montebello
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Some animals that were rescued during the LA fires are at the Montebello Barnyard Zoo.

FireAid benefit concert: Lineups announced for Intuit Dome, Kia Forum shows

More musical acts have been announced for the FireAid benefit concerts being held Thursday, Jan. 30 at the Intuit Dome and Kia Forum. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, Jan 22.

Mayor Bass issues order expediting debris cleanup
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order Tuesday to expedite fire debris removal and install reinforcement barriers and sandbags with rain in the forecast for burn areas.

Mudslide threat looms in Altadena
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Wildfire-scarred areas are bracing for expected rain this weekend.

LA fires: Progress continues amid critical fire weather
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order Tuesday to expedite fire debris removal and install reinforcement barriers and sandbags with rain in the forecast for burn areas.

5 confirmed deaths in Palisades Fire: Choi
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LAPD Chief Choi says there are five confirmed deaths in the Palisades Fire. He also discusses the latest on repopulation efforts in the city.

6,200+ structures destroyed in Palisades Fire: Crowley
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LAFD Chief Crowley reports three small fires - in Griffith Park, Tujunga, and Granada Hills - that broke out Monday have been contained.

LA fires: Mayor Bass give update on containment
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Mayor Bass said repopulation continues in fire zones previously evacuated. She also signed an expedited order to expedite debris removal in the impacted areas.

Babylist donations for fire victims
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On Tuesday, Babylist Beverly Hills was giving away donated items to families impacted by the LA wildfires.

Altadena at risk for land movement
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After Altadena was devastated by the Eaton Fire, the area now faces the possibility of land movement.

California Fires Updates: Tuesday, Jan. 21

As Santa Ana winds returned to Southern California, residents and first responders braced for another day of critical fire weather.

Gov. Newsom orders fast fire zone cleanup
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an order to remove fire debris and stabilize hillside in high-risk areas.

How Californians could fireproof homes before LA wildfires

As displaced residents still reeling from the wildfires start to think about a rebuild, FOX 11 spoke with experts on how we can fireproof our homes.