Global National: Jan. 11, 2025 | LA Wildfires: Death toll rises to 13 as Palisades Fire expands

In Southern California, firefighters have initiated a full-scale aerial assault on multiple raging wildfires, battling to contain the infernos amid forecasts of challenging weather that may exacerbate the situation. The devastation has left many families with their homes in ruins and their lives irrevocably changed. The death toll has risen for the fifth consecutive day, with 11 confirmed fatalities and 13 individuals still unaccounted for, raising concerns that these numbers may increase in the coming days. Global's Neetu Garcha has more. Meanwhile, residents of the affected region face a challenging road to recovery. Even as the flames subside, they must contend with difficult months ahead, particularly those who have lost their homes and possessions. Global's Reggie Cecchini reports that the insurance options available to these residents are worryingly limited, raising concerns about the financial burden they will have to bear in the recovery process. In Canada, another senior member of the Liberal Party of Canada is bowing out of the race to replace Justin Trudeau. In a social media message, Transport Minister Anita Anand said she won't run in the next election, much less for the Liberal leadership. Global's Nathaniel Dove reports. A Winnipeg psychologist, Dr. Solange Lavack, is facing scrutiny from Manitoba's provincial regulator regarding her treatment of trauma patients, particularly those from the Canadian Armed Forces and the RCMP diagnosed with PTSD. Dr. Lavack claims the regulatory pressure is linked to efforts to expedite the return of these employees to work before they are psychologically prepared. Global's Melissa Ridgen has the details. Greenland, an autonomous territory under the Kingdom of Denmark, has recently garnered attention in the news, primarily due to its association with Donald Trump. While there's ongoing debate about greater independence for Greenland, its leadership and Denmark's Prime Minister, are in unison reiterating that the island is not for sale and never will be. Global's Vincent McAviney explores the implications of this newfound interest in the region, which is often overlooked in global discussions. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #lawildfire #californiawildfires