Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Pacific Palisades

A raging wildfire in Pacific Palisades, California, has prompted mandatory evacuation orders for approximately 30,000 residents, including numerous celebrities. The Los Angeles Fire Department has warned of an 'immediate threat to life' as the fire spreads rapidly, fueled by 55mph winds, leading to the declaration of a state of emergency by city officials. Many affluent residents, such as Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, and Rita Wilson, have been forced to abandon their homes, with bulldozers deployed to clear the streets of abandoned luxury vehicles like Teslas and BMWs. As the fire continues to threaten lives and property, eyewitness accounts describe the scene as akin to a 'tornado of fire.' The situation remains dire as authorities work to manage the crisis and ensure public safety.