Two devastating wildfires, the Palisades and Eaton fires, have been fully contained after burning for 24 days, according to Cal Fire.

The Palisades Fire started on the morning of January 7 in Pacific Palisades, east of Malibu. Dry conditions and strong winds quickly spread the flames. That same evening, the Eaton Fire broke out in the foothills of Angeles National Forest, fueled by seven months of dry brush and hurricane-force winds. It spread into Altadena, a neighborhood in Los Angeles County.

At least 29 people lost their lives—17 in the Eaton Fire and 12 in the Palisades Fire, according to officials. The cause of both fires is still under investigation.

Widespread Damage

• The Palisades Fire burned 23,448 acres, destroying 6,837 structures and damaging 1,017 more.

• The Eaton Fire was even more destructive, burning 14,021 acres, destroying 9,418 buildings, and damaging 1,073 more. Many historic homes in Altadena, including the Andrew McNally House and Zane Grey Estate, were lost.

Extreme Fire Conditions

Southern California faced severe drought and powerful winds, creating the perfect conditions for wildfires. The National Weather Service had warned of an "extremely dangerous" fire risk on January 6.

Governor Gavin Newsom sent extra fire crews and equipment, but the fires were difficult to control. Some smaller fires, like the Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills, were contained quickly.

Rain Brings Relief

Firefighters finally got help from nature—a storm brought the first significant rainfall in eight months, helping contain the fires.

Cal Fire Chief Joe Tyler said, "Rain showers have greatly reduced fire risk across Southern California."