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Trump says US government is behind California during visit to fire-stricken state

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President Donald Trump says federal government is standing behind California 100% in the aftermath of devastating wildfires.

"The first lady and I are in California to express a great love for the people of California ," Trump says.

The Palisades Fire is 77% contained and has burned through nearly 9,500 hectares of land.

The Eaton Fire is now 95% contained after burning through more than 5,600 hectares.

Health advisories for smoke and ash have been issued for more than 50,000 people.

High winds, low humidity and dry conditions continue to cause "elevated" fire weather conditions.

Forecasters expect up to a centimeter of rain across much of the Los Angeles area.

The potential for those storms has prompted concerns about the possibility of mudslides.

The fires that broke out in southern California on Jan. 7 have killed at least 28 people and destroyed 16,000 buildings.

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