LA braces for 50mph winds set to fan deadly flames that killed 16 as out-of-control blaze heads towards key exit road

LOS Angeles is preparing to battle dangerous 50mph winds that could fan the out-of-control flames to spark new deadly blazes.

Mandatory evacuation orders are now in place with the lethal weather set to hit tonight and last for over 48 hours – making it the “biggest challenge” for firefighters.

GettyA view of destroyed homes as the Palisades Fire continues to burn with wildfires causing damage and loss through Los Angeles County[/caption] Satellite image taken and released by...