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When the flames of wildfires erupted around the City of Angels, Janell Gruss found herself in a race against time. For her, the urge to flee wasn’t just about hopping in the car; it was about ensuring the safety of 25 spirited horses and a medley of other creatures that called her stable home. You see, while most folks were revving their engines and mapping their escape routes, Janell was deep in the fray, amidst swirling embers and howling winds clocking in at an astounding 160 km/h. “The last horse we had to get out of…

In the serene little enclave of Pacific Palisades, where ocean views meet hillside charm, an Irish couple recently found themselves caught in a nightmare that’s become all too familiar in the west—a devastating wildfire that swept through their community like a runaway freight train. Dermot and Anne Tuohy, who boldly describe their current situation as that of the "lucky ones," have become unwitting witnesses to the destructive fury of nature. “Our part of the Palisades, known as the ‘highlands,’ only got a partial…

Smoke and Scramble: Life Under the Wildfire's Shadow in Los Angeles The scene at Teddy's Cocina in Pasadena, California, was bustling—almost a small oasis of normalcy amid chaos. As wildfire evacuees dug into their lunches and locals scuttled indoors to escape the brown, smoky air choking the city, one couldn’t help but feel a touch surreal. A meal had never felt so poignant. Dulce Perez, a cook at the restaurant, succinctly described the experience: “It's not breathable.” And who could argue? It felt as if the sky had…

Dermot and Anne Tuohy, an Irish couple, found themselves hastily escaping their Los Angeles residence as the Palisades Fire wreaked havoc, leaving their neighborhood in smoldering ruins. They consider themselves fortunate—“the lucky ones," as they put it. "We call Pacific Palisades home, which is split into two sections: the 'village' and the Highlands. Thankfully, we’re in the Highlands, though it suffered some damage; the village, however, is a total loss," Mr. Tuohy shared during an interview with RTÉ News, his…

In the wake of the catastrophic wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles, Californians are on edge, seeking answers about who bears responsibility for the widespread destruction. A stringent curfew has been implemented to curb potential looting amidst the chaos. A heart-wrenching toll has emerged: at least 11 lives lost as fierce flames engulfed neighborhoods and obliterated numerous homes. President Joe Biden poignantly compared the scene to that of a “war zone.” Residents are left grappling with the aftermath, their homes…

Wildfires continue to rage around Los Angeles, wreaking havoc on the homes of several celebrities, among them Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore, and Paris Hilton. As fierce winds fan the flames, California firefighters are engaged in a relentless battle. Their efforts are strained, with homes destroyed, roads choked, and tens of thousands forced to flee. By Wednesday, the fires raged on without repentance. In a poignant statement made that day, Crystal and his wife, Janice, lamented the loss of their cherished residence in Pacific…

In the skies over Los Angeles, a dramatic dance unfolds as air tankers and helicopters weave through towering columns of wildfire smoke, delivering essential flame retardant and life-sustaining water to the blazes below. From the vantage point of a helicopter, AFP reporters spotted multiple wildfires—smoke billowing upward from the rugged mountainsides, akin to active volcanoes awakening from slumber, casting shadows across the skyline. In a matter of moments, the once-quiet airspace above the newly ignited Kenneth Fire…

Recently, the Los Angeles area has been ravaged by wildfires, tragically claiming at least ten lives and leaving nearly 10,000 structures in ruins. As five fires, fueled by unrelenting desert winds, continue raging into a third night, the situation remains dire. The Palisades Fire, located between Santa Monica and Malibu, along with the Eaton Fire near Pasadena, has become infamous for their destruction, marking them as some of the most catastrophic blazes in Los Angeles history. These infernos have already scorched over…

Recent high-definition satellite images captured over the past day reveal the extensive devastation inflicted on neighborhoods situated north of Los Angeles due to a series of fires. Firefighters are tirelessly combating various blazes, with the most significant one igniting on Tuesday. Meteorologists predict that the local weather could likely exacerbate fire conditions into tomorrow night. Although strong winds subsided somewhat yesterday, enabling firefighting aircraft to carry out water drops on the Sunset fire near…

Wildfires erupted in and around Los Angeles, claiming at least five lives, obliterating hundreds of homes, and pushing firefighting resources and water supplies to their breaking point, leading to the evacuation of over 100,000 residents. Powerful winds severely hampered firefighting efforts and intensified the blazes, which had continued to rage unchecked for two consecutive days. Authorities revealed that five distinct fires were blazing across Los Angeles County, all entirely uncontrolled as reported by state officials.…