US: Out-of-control wildfire in Los Angeles kills 5
NEW DELHI [Maha Media]: In the United States, At least five people have been killed due to the out-of-control wildfire that is ripping across parts of Los Angeles. Nearly 1 lakh 80 thousand residents in Los Angeles County have been ordered to evacuate as the fires rage on. Over 5,300 structures may have been destroyed – including houses and schools. The Palisades Fire, burning between Malibu and Santa Monica, is the most destructive wildfire ever to hit the area.
The biggest blaze remains uncontained- with weather conditions expected to continue fanning the flames for days to come. Deadly, wind-driven wildfires have spread across the densely populated Los Angeles metropolitan area, including the Hollywood Hills, the entertainment capital of the US, endangering iconic landmarks. Celebrities including Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, James Woods, Adam Brody, Sir Anthony Hopkins, John Goodman, Anna Faris, and Cary Elwes have reportedly lost their homes. Firefighters have been working overnight, deploying helicopters to battle the massive fire, which has burned over 17,000 acres.