Over 100,000 Evacuate as Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles, 1,500 Buildings Destroyed

Wildfires in Los Angeles have forced 100,000 residents to evacuate, destroying 1,500 buildings, including celebrity homes. The fires, worsened by hurricane-force winds, have caused at least five deaths and overwhelmed firefighting resources. President Biden has declared a federal disaster, and experts cite climate change as a contributing factor.

The Los Angeles region is grappling with catastrophic wildfires, forcing over 100,000 residents to evacuate and destroying up to 1,500 buildings, including the homes of several celebrities. The fires, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds reaching hurricane-force speeds, have rapidly spread across the city, devastating affluent areas like Malibu and Pacific Palisades.

As of Wednesday, at least five people have been confirmed dead due to the wildfires, with the situation worsening by the hour. Firefighters, overwhelmed by the severity of the blazes, are being supported by teams from neighboring states, but resources remain stretched thin as the flames continue to rage.

In Hollywood, a new fire broke out on Wednesday, prompting immediate evacuations and threatening historic landmarks near the Walk of Fame. The fires have disrupted daily life in the area, with gridlock as residents hurried to flee the affected regions. Many of the evacuated homes belong to celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore, and Paris Hilton, whose properties have been destroyed.

The fires have caused further complications due to water supply shortages, with fire hydrants running dry in areas like Pacific Palisades. President Biden has signed a federal disaster declaration, authorizing financial assistance for housing, repairs, and loans for those impacted by the disaster.

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Meteorologists have pointed to climate change as a key factor exacerbating the crisis, with record dryness and intense winds creating ideal conditions for the fires to spread uncontrollably. The destruction has left thousands uncertain about the fate of their homes, with recovery efforts continuing across the region.