Southern California faces a crisis of alarming proportions due to three wildfires that have devastated thousands of hectares and forced the evacuation of thousands of people. As reported by Fox News, the fires, fueled by the intense Santa Ana winds, have generated an emergency situation in several communities in Los Angeles and its surroundings.
The Eaton Fire, located in the Altadena area, has been one of the most destructive, reaching 1,000 hectares in the early hours of Wednesday. As reported by ABC News, the fire devastated dozens of homes in the Hastings Ranch community, where images show houses completely consumed by flames, leaving only chimneys standing.
Authorities issued mandatory evacuation orders for several areas, including areas north of Sierra Madre and east of Allen Avenue, while other nearby communities remain under an evacuation warning. Shelter centers have been set up in places such as the Pasadena Convention Center, where assistance for pets is also offered through the Humane Society.
On the other hand, the Hurst Fire, also known as the Sylmar fire, began Tuesday night in the Yarnell area, north of Foothill Boulevard, and has spread rapidly, reaching 500 hectares without any level of containment until the moment.
As detailed by KSBW, the evacuation orders affect areas north of Highway 210, from Roxford Street to the intersection of Highways 5 and 14. In addition, traffic on these roads has been severely affected, with closures on Highway 14 and at the connector to the southbound 5 Freeway.
Authorities set up shelters in recreational centers such as the Ritchie Valens Recreation Center and Northridge Park, while firefighters face difficulties due to strong winds that reach speeds of up to 129 kilometers per hour.
The third fire, known as the Palisades Fire, wreaked havoc on the west coast of Los Angeles, stretching from Pacific Palisades to Malibu. According to Fox News, this fire has consumed more than 1,182 hectares and has crossed the Pacific Coast Highway, affecting communities such as Sunset Mesa and Las Flores Canyon.
Among the most significant losses are historic institutions and iconic businesses, such as the Getty Villa Art Museum, the Reel Inn restaurant and the Rosenthal Winery.
The owners of the Reel Inn expressed their regret on social media, thanking them for 36 years of community support and expressing their hope to rebuild in the future.
The Santa Ana winds, characteristic of this season, have been a determining factor in the spread of the fires. According to the National Weather Service, gusts have reached speeds of up to 161 kilometers per hour in mountainous areas and 96 kilometers per hour in urban areas.
These conditions made the work of firefighters difficult, especially in the use of aircraft to fight the flames.
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that more than 1,400 firefighters and hundreds of additional resources have been deployed to confront the emergency. “All resources are being used to protect lives,” the official said in a statement published on the social network .
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) stepped up its presence in the affected areas, implementing high-visibility patrols to prevent possible looting or criminal activity. “We remain vigilant during fires throughout the city of Los Angeles,” the LAPD stated in a statement, ensuring that no incidents of this type have been reported so far.
Fountain: Kevin Moreno / Infobae.
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