California wildfires force healthcare facilities to close or limit services, impacting thousands.

California wildfires have caused multiple healthcare facilities to close or limit services, affecting Kaiser Permanente, Keck Medicine of USC, and others. At least 24 people have died, and over 192,000 are under evacuation orders. While some hospitals remain open, clinics are closed, and elective procedures are being postponed. Healthcare providers are contacting patients to reschedule appointments and are working to reopen facilities. Emergency departments are prioritizing life-threatening conditions.

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