Massive Wildfire Rages Near Los Angeles in Southern CA
As of January 8, 2025, at 8 am PT, the Palisades Fire has burned 2920 acres of land and is expected to grow faster. Santa Ana winds are forecasted to remain extreme today, as they will increase the size of the wildfire areas in the Palisades area. Several sources reported two casualties and injuries of several firefighters and civilians. Firefighters had confirmed that several structures within the area of the Palisades fire, including the high school, were burned down. Several reports showed drivers within the wildfire range abandoning their vehicles on Sunset, Topanga Canyon Blvds, and Highway 1 to escape the blaze reaching them. Smoke from the fire is expected to spread to the municipal of Los Angeles by 7 pm PT on Wednesday. Two other fires have emerged from the Palisades fire area (Eaton and Hurst Fires) and are expected to spread extensive damage. Several people are advised to evacuate from the Hurst, Eaton, and Palisades wildfires-affected areas, especially for people who live in the Malibu area.
If you are in the areas near North to Mulholland Road, East to Kenter Rd, and South to Highway 1, EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY. Ensure you turn off the power or gas to your home before leaving. If you want to look for the evacuation center for the Palisades fires, go to the Westwood Recreation Center at 1350 S Sepulveda Blvd. It will be serving as a shelter for residents to remain overnight. If you are outside the evacuation area but are close to it, be prepared by having a go bag and a plan and stay informed via local news or LAFD Alerts.
