Pacific Palisades Fire: Thousands Evacuate Amid Dangerous Windstorm
Fueled by strong winds, the Palisades fire rapidly spread across nearly 3,000 acres in Pacific Palisades, Topanga, and Malibu. Thousands were forced to evacuate their homes, encountering significant traffic congestion and hazardous smoke conditions. The blaze caused substantial property damage, including the destruction of homes and the ignition of the Getty Villa grounds and Palisades Charter High School. The fire’s erratic behavior and life-threatening conditions necessitated immediate evacuations across a wide area.
John Q. Hosedrinker