Devastating wildfires fueled by powerful winds force mass evacuations in Los Angeles, scorching homes and landmarks as firefighters battle uncontained blazes across the region.
Powerful winds fueled devastating wildfires near Los Angeles on Wednesday, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate and scorching buildings and hillsides in upscale coastal areas. The Pacific Palisades neighborhood, home to many celebrities, was among the hardest hit, along with Altadena and Sylmar, where two other major fires erupted.
The fires, spread by hurricane-force winds, created chaos as residents evacuated, roads became jammed, and some abandoned vehicles. Emergency responders issued evacuation orders, while skies above Los Angeles glowed red and were choked with thick smoke.
Pacific Palisades saw extensive damage, with hundreds of structures likely lost, according to Councilwoman Traci Park. The fire has consumed 3,000 acres, and injuries were reported, though no deaths. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency on Tuesday, and Mayor Karen Bass urged residents to stay vigilant and heed evacuation orders.
The second fire, the Eaton Fire near Pasadena, quickly grew to over 2,200 acres, destroying homes, a synagogue, and a McDonald's. Residents from a nursing home were evacuated. In Sylmar, the Hurst Fire forced evacuations as well. All three fires remained 0% contained as of Wednesday morning.
Around 188,000 homes and businesses were without power. Firefighting aircraft dropped seawater on the flames, while bulldozers cleared abandoned vehicles. Preventive measures helped protect the Getty Villa museum from significant damage.
The National Weather Service issued its highest fire alert for Los Angeles County, citing extreme fire conditions fueled by low humidity and dry vegetation. Federal grants and resources have been mobilized, with President Joe Biden offering federal assistance.
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