Wildfires have devastated parts of Los Angeles since Tuesday, leaving five dead, hundreds of homes destroyed, and thousands of residents, including several celebrities, forced to evacuate. The blazes have spread rapidly, fueled by dry, hurricane-like winds, causing widespread destruction in upscale neighborhoods like Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, and Altadena.

By Wednesday evening, the fires had reached the iconic Hollywood Hills, where emergency crews continued battling multiple blazes under challenging, windy conditions. Three major fires were actively burning, and firefighters were working tirelessly to contain the flames.

Key Details:

• The fires have claimed at least five lives and scorched more than 1,500 buildings.
• Over 100,000 residents have been evacuated, including high-profile figures living in celebrity-packed areas.
• Strong, dry winds, such as the infamous ‘Santa Ana’ winds, have intensified the fires, spreading them over 42 square miles (108 square kilometers)—almost the size of San Francisco.
• Southern California has experienced little rainfall since early May, creating conditions ripe for wildfires.

In addition to the devastation caused by the fires, Los Angeles is also grappling with widespread power outages as authorities work to manage the crisis. The fire-ravaged regions are facing darkened streets and disrupted services, further compounding the city’s challenges.